Hello

How do I present a function(formula?) for my structural equation model with covariates? Can you write one for me, please? I have seen several papers, and most papers only have a diagram.

My dependent variable (construct) in this SEM is perception of power - a latent variable (construct?) which is based on three sub-scales (three factors?) including (a) power of control, (b) power of rights, and (c) confidence. Each sub-scale is based on five question items with 4-point responses.

My independent variable is social identity - a latent variable (construct?) which is based on four sub-scales (factors?) including (a) citizen identity (b) family identity (c) self-perception and (d) peer identity. Each sub-scale is based on six question items with 4-point responses.

My control variables include age, gender, race, education, and income level.

Assuming: There are correlations between these three factors for the DV in the SEM and correlations between these four factors for the IV in the SEM. Do these assumptions sound okay?

If you could present a function(formula?) for this structural equation model with covariates, that would help me greatly.

Thank you very much! Hope you are enjoying the weekend!