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Hypothesis test calculator and test selector

Describe your research question, outcome and study design. The tool recommends a starting test, explains the choice and highlights a key assumption.

Recommended starting test: —

Fill in the fields above — the result is computed on this page.

Why
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Key assumption
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What do these numbers mean?
  • Choose the test before inspecting its p-value.
  • A non-significant result does not prove that the effect is absent, especially in an underpowered study.

The selector covers common simple designs. Covariate models, nested data, survival analysis and paired binary outcomes require another method or statistical advice.

How do I use this page?
  1. Choose the goal and outcome type.
  2. Specify the group count, pairing and data shape.
  3. Read the explanation and open the recommended test calculator.

What this page does not do: The selector covers common simple designs. Covariate models, nested data, survival analysis and paired binary outcomes require another method or statistical advice.

Further reading

Theory — how do you choose the right statistical test?

Choosing a statistical test starts with the research question and how the data were collected. The number of compared groups, whether measurements are paired, the variable's scale and the shape of its distribution determine the right family of tests. Based on these answers the calculator points to a starting test and explains the reasoning behind it. Treat the result as a starting point — check the specific test's assumptions, such as normality or equal variances, before reporting it.

Frequently asked questions

What if I do not know the distribution?
Choose “unknown”. The tool recommends a conservative rank-based test, but with larger samples you should inspect residuals and the estimand.
Does the selector perform the test?
No. It selects a method and links to a calculator where you enter the data required by that test.

See also

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