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Reliability analysis.
| Category | Construct | Items | Cronbach's α |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independent variable |
Proximity to pandemic | 1 | 1.00 |
| Anxiety | 4 | 0.93 | |
| Rumor belief |
4 |
0.80 |
|
| Moderator variable |
Social media usage | 3 | 0.85 |
| Health self-efficacy |
2 |
0.72 |
|
| Dependent variable | Rumor outcomes | 3 | 0.89 |
