Part 4

Comparing Groups

IN THIS PART …

  • Compare averages between two or more groups using t tests, ANOVAs, and nonparametric tests.
  • Compare proportions between two or more groups using the chi-square and Fisher Exact tests.
  • Analyze fourfold tables (also known as 2x2 cross-tabs) to estimate relative risk using odds ratios, cumulative incidence ratios, and other useful measures of association.
  • Compare event rates, also known as person-time data, and estimate prevalence and incidence rates.
  • Infer causal relationships between the predictors and the outcome from the results of your regression model.