Psychometric Properties and Measurement Invariance of the 3x2 Achievement Goals Questionnaire for Exercise (3x2 AGQ-E) among Chinese Mainland adolescents

Lin, Xiaofei and Samsudin, Shamsulariffin and Geok, Soh Kim and Nasiruddin, Nasnoor Juzaily Mohd and Bao, Lixia and Zhang, Junlong (2023) Psychometric Properties and Measurement Invariance of the 3x2 Achievement Goals Questionnaire for Exercise (3x2 AGQ-E) among Chinese Mainland adolescents. REVISTA DE PSICOLOGIA DEL DEPORTE, 32 (2). pp. 351-361. ISSN 1132-239X,

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Abstract

This study aimed to evaluate the psychometric characteristics of the 3x2 Achievement Goals Questionnaire for Exercise (3x2 AGQ-E) tailored for Chinese mainland adolescents in an exercise context. Participants included adolescents from junior and senior high schools across mainland China. study investigation focused on factorial validity, discriminant validity, internal consistency reliability, and measurement invariance across gender and academic levels of the 3x2 AGQ-E. Confirmatory factor analysis upheld the proposed multi-dimensional structure (CFI=.0.992, TLI= 0.972, RMSEA = 0.042). Inter-factor correlations, examined within a 95% confidence interval, underscored the discriminant validity of the 3x2 AGQ-E, indicating its capability to assess interconnected yet distinct constructs. The instrument demonstrated excellent internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha>0.80). The nomological validity was supported by a consistent pattern in inter-factor correlations. Multi-group confirmatory factor analysis suggested robust measurement invariance, with consistent factor loadings and variances-covariances across genders (Delta =0.000 to 0.007) and academic levels (Delta = 0.001 to 0.014). This research provides crucial psychometric support for the 3x2 AGQ-E, enhancing its utility for future research and application in understanding achievement motivations among Chinese mainland adolescents in the context of exercise and physical activities.

Item Type: Article
Funders: UNSPECIFIED
Uncontrolled Keywords: 3x2 Achievement Goals; Chinese; Adolescents; Psychometric Characteristics
Subjects: B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology
G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GV Recreation Leisure
Divisions: Faculty of Sports and Exercise Science (formerly known as Centre for Sports & Exercise Sciences)
Depositing User: Ms. Juhaida Abd Rahim
Date Deposited: 12 Sep 2025 02:55
Last Modified: 12 Sep 2025 02:55
URI: http://eprints.um.edu.my/id/eprint/50486

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