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An effective technique for data analysis in the social sciences The recent explosion in longitudinal data in the social sciences highlights the need for this timely publication. Latent Curve Models: A Structural Equation Perspective provides an effective technique to analyze latent curve models (LCMs). This type of data features random intercepts and slopes that permit each case in a sample to have a different trajectory over time. Furthermore, researchers can include variables to predict the parameters governing these trajectories. The authors synthesize a vast amount of research and findings and, at the same time, provide original results. The book analyzes LCMs from the perspective of structural equation models (SEMs) with latent variables. While the authors discuss simple regression-based procedures that are useful in the early stages of LCMs, most of the presentation uses SEMs as a driving tool. This cutting-edge work includes some of the authors' recent work on the autoregressive latent trajectory model, suggests new models for method factors in multiple indicators, discusses repeated latent variable models, and establishes the identification of a variety of LCMs. This text has been thoroughly class-tested and makes extensive use of pedagogical tools to aid readers in mastering and applying LCMs quickly and easily to their own data sets. Key features include: Chapter introductions and summaries that provide a quick overview of highlights Empirical examples provided throughout that allow readers to test their newly found knowledge and discover practical applications Conclusions at the end of each chapter that stress the essential points that readers need to understand for advancement to more sophisticated topics Extensive footnoting that points the way to the primary literature for more information on particular topics With its emphasis on modeling and the use of numerous examples, this is an excellent book for graduate courses in latent trajectory models as well as a supplemental text for courses in structural modeling. This book is an excellent aid and reference for researchers in quantitative social and behavioral sciences who need to analyze longitudinal data.

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Actions in emergency situations

• Engine overheating actions
• Starting the engine from the battery of another car
• Fuse replacement
• Wheel replacement
• Towing a car

Daily checks and troubleshooting Instruction manual

• General information
• Locking and unlocking locks
• Seats and seat belts
• Instruments and controls

Precautions and safety rules when working on a car Basic tools, measuring instruments and methods of working with them

• Basic set of necessary tools
• Methods of working with measuring devices

Engine

• Technical specifications
• Petrol engines in volume of 1.3 l and 1.5 l (135)
• The petrol engine in volume of 1.5 l (4G1)
• The petrol engine in volume of 1.1 l (134)
• The diesel engine in volume of 1.5 l (639)
• Appendix to chapter

Power system

• Technical specifications
• Petrol engines in volume of 1.3 l and 1.5 l (135)
• The petrol engine in volume of 1.5 l (4G1)
• The diesel engine in volume of 1.5 l (639)
• Fuel supply system
• Appendix to chapter

Lubrication system

• Gasoline engines in volume of 1.3 l, 1.5 l (135) and 1.1 l (134)
• The petrol engine in volume of 1.5 l (4G1)
• The diesel engine in volume of 1.5 l (639)

Cooling system

• Technical specifications
• Basic work
• Thermostat
• Water pump
• Radiator

The intake and exhaust system

• Technical specifications
• Gasoline engines in volume of 1.3 l, 1.5 l (135) and 1.1 l (134)
• The petrol engine in volume of 1.5 l (4G1)
• The diesel engine in volume of 1.5 l (639)

Transmission

• Technical specifications
• Clutch
• Manual transmission
• Automatic transmission
• Appendix to chapter

Power shafts

• Technical specifications
• Removing and installing
• Disassembly and assembly
• Appendix to chapter

Chassis

• Technical specifications
• Front suspension
• Rear suspension
• Wheels and tires
• Appendix to chapter

Brake system

• Technical specifications
• Hydraulic drive
• Front brakes
• Rear brakes
• Parking brake
• Appendix to chapter

Steering

• Technical specifications
• Steering service
• Steering wheel and steering column
• Steering gear
• Appendix to chapter

Body

• Exterior
• Interior
• Doors
• Glasses
• Luke
• Body dimensions
• Appendix to chapter

Passive safety system

• Description
• Seat belts
• Airbags
• Disposing of system elements

Ventilation, air conditioning and heating system

• Technical specifications
• Heater and ventilation system
• Air conditioning (climate control)

Electrical equipment

• Starting system
• Charging system
• Ignition system (petrol)
• Preheating system (diesel)
• Headlamps
• Audio system

Electroschemes Explanatory dictionary

• Abbreviations

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