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Chi-Square
The chi-square test of independence checks whether two categorical columns are related, or whether they vary independently of each other.
Quick Start
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Select at least two categorical columns
Text or coded categories both work.
- 2
Choose Chi-square test of independence
Pick Category A and Category B.
- 3
Run and read the results
Results render inline once the job completes.
Fields
Category AThe first categorical column. Required.Category BThe second categorical column. Required.Good to know
- This test works on categories, not raw numbers — pick columns like region or status, not measurements.
- A significant result tells you the two columns are related, not how strongly or in what direction — pair it with a crosstab-style breakdown if you need that detail.
- Category A and Category B can be the same type of data from two different sources — the test doesn't require them to be conceptually different.