TABLE 4.

Factor loadings for individual items in the structure revealed from the AMHQ, wherein the solution was reported with (Factor 1) attitude and exposure and (Factor 2) childhood ability.

Item	Description	Attitude and exposure	Childhood ability
Adult Math History Questionnaire
1	When in elementary school, I struggled with learning new concepts in math.	–	0.914
2	When in elementary school, I needed extra help in math from a teacher or tutor.	−0.113	0.965
3	How would you compare your math skills to those of others in your elementary classes?	0.190	0.678
4	Compared to others in your elementary classes, how much did you struggle to complete your math work?	0.151	0.803
5	During high school or college, I struggled in math courses.	0.508	0.385
6	I took math classes in high school or college that were not required because I enjoyed them.	0.544	–
7	What is your current attitude toward math?	0.896	−0.114
8	Math makes me feel uncomfortable and nervous.	0.814	0.116
9	As an adult, I struggle to complete math-related tasks, such as calculating tips.	0.499	0.281
10	Math is important in everyday life.	0.402	–
11	My current work requires I use math.	0.456	−0.104
12	I enjoy completing math and logic puzzles for fun.	0.736	–
13	I use math in my everyday life.	(Omitted)	(Omitted)
14	How would you compare your current math skills compared to those of others of the same age and education?	0.755	–
15	I would like to further develop my math skills.	0.523	−0.174
16	I feel confident in helping my child with their math and homework.	0.667	–
17	New math content has usually been easy and enjoyable for me to understand.	0.709	0.163
	SS loadings	5.042	3.205
	Proportion variance	0.315	0.200
	Cumulative variance	0.315	0.515