Step-by-step walkthrough

ANOVA Calculator Guide

Use this companion guide beside the interactive calculator to make sure you understand the “why” behind every click. Each section includes the classroom explanation, student-friendly language, and quick practice prompts.

Before you start

Collect the data points listed below and double-check their units. Keeping an organized “givens” list is one of the fastest ways to reduce math errors and impress exam graders.

  • anova
  • f-test
  • variance analysis

Detailed procedure

  1. Step 1

    Enter each group on its own line with comma-separated values.

  2. Step 2

    Ensure each group contains at least two observations.

  3. Step 3

    Review SS, MS, degrees of freedom, F statistic, and p-value.

Teaching & troubleshooting tips

Does it support post-hoc tests?

This panel focuses on the omnibus F test. Export the group summaries to apply your preferred post-hoc comparison.

Can I mix group sizes?

Yes. Unequal group sizes are supported as long as each group has at least two observations.

Next steps