Module:  Examining Column Relationships                                                                    Print

Lesson Objective Learn how to compare numerical columns pair-wise using a linear regression, compare categorical columns pair-wise using a chi-square test, and compare numerical vs. categorical columns pair-wise using an ANOVA
Section Description
Column Relationships A description of the capabilities and utility of the Column Relationships tool.  How to launch the tool.
The Column Relationships Dialog Box Determining the appropriate statistics for your comparison (Linear regression, Anova, Chi-square) based upon numeric and categorical data columns. How to select columns for comparison and restrict the calculations to the selected records.
Results of Column Relationships Calculations A detailed discussion regarding the results of each statistical comparison calculation:  Linear regression results – relating to scatter plots, Anova results – relating to scatter plots or evaluating further with box plots and comparison circles, and Chi-square results – relating to pie charts.
Returning to Previous Calculations How to return to the results obtained from previous calculations.
Performing New Calculations How to perform new calculations.
Exporting Data from the Column Relationships Table How to export data to other applications using a Copy & Paste approach.
Learning More about each Calculation How to obtain additional information about the Column Relationships tool functionality, algorithms, etc.