Composite scale and factor score coefficients

I have a question regarding the creation of an overall scale from several likert-type items. I have a group of items that I'd like to sum to create the scale. Results of a factor analysis show that the items load high on one factor. The items also have a high alpha coefficient. H

Composite scale and factor score coefficients

I have a question regarding the creation of an overall scale from several likert-type items. I have a group of items that I'd like to sum to create the scale. Results of a factor analysis show that the items load high on one factor. The items also have a high alpha coefficient.