Construct

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Construct: Perceived Complexity


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  • Indicators

Note 1: Following are presented the definitions found for the construct in the used references, together with the theory/model.
Note 2: The same construct can be present in more than one theory/model.
Note 3: If the construct was not proposed in the original theory/model, it is identified as "Additional to theory/model".


Definition: Refer to the degree to which computer technology is perceived as relatively difficult to understand and use.

Theory/model: Additional to MM
Reference: (Igbaria, Parasuraman, & Baroudi, 1996)


Note 1: This list contains all the indicators (measuring variables) as defined by the authors when proposing/using/applying a theory/model in a context. It also includes the scales used to measure the variables.
Note 2: Some of the indicators are context-dependent.
Note 3: The same construct can be present in more than one theory/model.


IndicatorScaleContextTheory/ModelReference(s)
Using a microcomputer can take up too much of my time in performing many tasks.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to AgreeMicrocomputerMM(Igbaria, Parasuraman, & Baroudi, 1996)
When I use a microcomputer, I find it difficult to integrate the work on the computer into my existing work.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to AgreeMicrocomputerMM(Igbaria, Parasuraman, & Baroudi, 1996)
Using a microcomputer exposes me to the vulnerability of computer breakdown and loss of data.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to AgreeMicrocomputerMM(Igbaria, Parasuraman, & Baroudi, 1996)