ANOVA (Analysis of Variance) › When to Use ANOVA vs. Other Tests
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| Scenario | Recommended Test |
|---|---|
| 2 groups, comparing means | t-test |
| 3+ groups, comparing means | One-way ANOVA |
| 3+ groups, non-normal data | Kruskal-Wallis |
| 3+ groups, unequal variances | Welch's ANOVA |
| Multiple factors | Two-way ANOVA, factorial ANOVA |
| Repeated measures | Repeated measures ANOVA |