Chi-Square Test of Homogeneity: Conditions and Examples
A decision-and-workflow guide for a chi-square test of homogeneity, covering method selection, conditions, mathematics, calculator evidence, and contextual reporting.
Method at a Glance: Chi-Square Test For Homogeneity
A chi-square test of homogeneity compares one categorical response distribution across independently sampled populations or randomized treatment groups.
Procedure Workflow
- Identify the data structure and parameter before selecting chi square test for homogeneity; the name of a calculator menu is not method evidence.
- State the hypotheses or estimation target for chi square test for homogeneity using population notation and the order defined by the question.
- Verify the design, independence, and approximation conditions that specifically justify chi square test for homogeneity rather than reciting every condition learned in the course.
- Compute the statistic, standard error, interval, or p-value for chi square test for homogeneity with defined symbols, guard digits, and an independent arithmetic check.
- Interpret chi square test for homogeneity in the population and units named by the problem, then limit causation and generalization to what the collection design supports.
Procedure Formulas and Notation
Expected cell count
Expected cell count in Chi-Square Test For Homogeneity: Compute expected counts from the null model, then retain each cell contribution before summing so the result can be audited.
Multiple populations or treatments
Decision
For Multiple populations or treatments in chi square test for homogeneity, Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a greenhouse germination experiment have response-category counts [30, 20, 10] and [18, 27, 15]. Test homogeneity for multiple populations or treatments.
Multiple populations or treatments result in chi square test for homogeneity: For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0804; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups.
Interpretation and validity
Multiple populations or treatments interpretation for chi square test for homogeneity: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments.
Condition evidence for chi square test for homogeneity and Multiple populations or treatments: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate.
Two-way table
Decision
For Two-way table in chi square test for homogeneity, Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a quality-control inspection have response-category counts [31, 20, 10] and [18, 28, 15]. Test homogeneity for two-way table.
Two-way table result in chi square test for homogeneity: For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0555; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups.
Interpretation and validity
Two-way table interpretation for chi square test for homogeneity: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments.
Condition evidence for chi square test for homogeneity and Two-way table: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate.
Hypotheses
Decision
For Hypotheses in chi square test for homogeneity, Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a reading-speed investigation have response-category counts [32, 20, 10] and [18, 29, 15]. Test homogeneity for hypotheses.
Hypotheses result in chi square test for homogeneity: For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0374; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups.
Interpretation and validity
Hypotheses interpretation for chi square test for homogeneity: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments.
Condition evidence for chi square test for homogeneity and Hypotheses: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate.
Expected counts
Decision
For Expected counts in chi square test for homogeneity, Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a website response-time study have response-category counts [33, 20, 10] and [18, 30, 15]. Test homogeneity for expected counts.
Expected counts result in chi square test for homogeneity: For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0246; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups.
Interpretation and validity
Expected counts interpretation for chi square test for homogeneity: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments.
Condition evidence for chi square test for homogeneity and Expected counts: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate.
Degrees of freedom
Decision
For Degrees of freedom in chi square test for homogeneity, Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a manufacturing fill-volume check have response-category counts [34, 20, 10] and [18, 27, 15]. Test homogeneity for degrees of freedom.
Degrees of freedom result in chi square test for homogeneity: For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0327; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups.
Interpretation and validity
Degrees of freedom interpretation for chi square test for homogeneity: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments.
Condition evidence for chi square test for homogeneity and Degrees of freedom: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate.
Calculator
Decision
For Calculator in chi square test for homogeneity, Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a classroom memory study have response-category counts [30, 20, 10] and [18, 28, 15]. Test homogeneity for calculator.
Calculator result in chi square test for homogeneity: For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0698; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups.
Interpretation and validity
Calculator interpretation for chi square test for homogeneity: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments.
Condition evidence for chi square test for homogeneity and Calculator: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate.
Conclusion
Decision
For Conclusion in chi square test for homogeneity, Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from an online-course completion sample have response-category counts [31, 20, 10] and [18, 29, 15]. Test homogeneity for conclusion.
Conclusion result in chi square test for homogeneity: For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0475; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups.
Interpretation and validity
Conclusion interpretation for chi square test for homogeneity: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments.
Condition evidence for chi square test for homogeneity and Conclusion: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate.
Comparison with independence
Decision
For Comparison with independence in chi square test for homogeneity, Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a campus dining survey have response-category counts [32, 20, 10] and [18, 30, 15]. Test homogeneity for comparison with independence.
Comparison with independence result in chi square test for homogeneity: For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0315; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups.
Interpretation and validity
Comparison with independence interpretation for chi square test for homogeneity: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments.
Condition evidence for chi square test for homogeneity and Comparison with independence: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate.
Procedure Practice and Full Solutions
Every question in Chi-Square Test of Homogeneity: Conditions and Examples is newly written from the revised framework and the logic visible in public College Board materials. Constructed numerical settings are identified as instructional scenarios and are never represented as measurements from a real population. No released or secure question wording is reproduced.
Easy Practice
Easy 1: Degrees of freedom
Question P71-Easy-1. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a school library checkout study have response-category counts [30, 20, 10] and [18, 27, 15]. Test homogeneity for degrees of freedom.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-1. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0804; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Easy 2: Calculator
Question P71-Easy-2. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a package-delivery sample have response-category counts [31, 20, 10] and [18, 28, 15]. Test homogeneity for calculator.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-2. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0555; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Easy 3: Conclusion
Question P71-Easy-3. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a recycling-behavior survey have response-category counts [32, 20, 10] and [18, 29, 15]. Test homogeneity for conclusion.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-3. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0374; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Easy 4: Comparison with independence
Question P71-Easy-4. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from an online-course completion sample have response-category counts [33, 20, 10] and [18, 30, 15]. Test homogeneity for comparison with independence.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-4. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0246; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Easy 5: Multiple populations or treatments
Question P71-Easy-5. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a school library checkout study have response-category counts [34, 20, 10] and [18, 27, 15]. Test homogeneity for multiple populations or treatments.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-5. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0327; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Easy 6: Two-way table
Question P71-Easy-6. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from an online-course completion sample have response-category counts [30, 20, 10] and [18, 28, 15]. Test homogeneity for two-way table.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-6. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0698; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Easy 7: Hypotheses
Question P71-Easy-7. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a package-delivery sample have response-category counts [31, 20, 10] and [18, 29, 15]. Test homogeneity for hypotheses.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-7. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0475; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Easy 8: Expected counts
Question P71-Easy-8. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a tutoring-program evaluation have response-category counts [32, 20, 10] and [18, 30, 15]. Test homogeneity for expected counts.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-8. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0315; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Easy 9: Degrees of freedom
Question P71-Easy-9. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a city bus arrival investigation have response-category counts [33, 20, 10] and [18, 27, 15]. Test homogeneity for degrees of freedom.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-9. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0411; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Easy 10: Calculator
Question P71-Easy-10. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a tutoring-program evaluation have response-category counts [34, 20, 10] and [18, 28, 15]. Test homogeneity for calculator.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-10. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0275; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Easy 11: Conclusion
Question P71-Easy-11. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from an online-course completion sample have response-category counts [30, 20, 10] and [18, 29, 15]. Test homogeneity for conclusion.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-11. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0602; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Easy 12: Comparison with independence
Question P71-Easy-12. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a manufacturing fill-volume check have response-category counts [31, 20, 10] and [18, 30, 15]. Test homogeneity for comparison with independence.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-12. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0404; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Easy 13: Multiple populations or treatments
Question P71-Easy-13. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a seedling-growth comparison have response-category counts [32, 20, 10] and [18, 27, 15]. Test homogeneity for multiple populations or treatments.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-13. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0515; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Easy 14: Two-way table
Question P71-Easy-14. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a commuter route study have response-category counts [33, 20, 10] and [18, 28, 15]. Test homogeneity for two-way table.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-14. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0348; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Easy 15: Hypotheses
Question P71-Easy-15. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a greenhouse germination experiment have response-category counts [34, 20, 10] and [18, 29, 15]. Test homogeneity for hypotheses.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Easy-15. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0230; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough Practice
Tough 1: Conclusion
Question P71-Tough-1. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a water-filtration experiment have response-category counts [30, 20, 10] and [18, 27, 15]. Test homogeneity for conclusion.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-1. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0804; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough 2: Comparison with independence
Question P71-Tough-2. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from an online-course completion sample have response-category counts [31, 20, 10] and [18, 28, 15]. Test homogeneity for comparison with independence.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-2. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0555; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough 3: Multiple populations or treatments
Question P71-Tough-3. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a public-parks visitor survey have response-category counts [32, 20, 10] and [18, 29, 15]. Test homogeneity for multiple populations or treatments.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-3. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0374; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough 4: Two-way table
Question P71-Tough-4. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a commuter route study have response-category counts [33, 20, 10] and [18, 30, 15]. Test homogeneity for two-way table.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-4. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0246; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough 5: Hypotheses
Question P71-Tough-5. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a website response-time study have response-category counts [34, 20, 10] and [18, 27, 15]. Test homogeneity for hypotheses.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-5. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0327; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough 6: Expected counts
Question P71-Tough-6. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a seedling-growth comparison have response-category counts [30, 20, 10] and [18, 28, 15]. Test homogeneity for expected counts.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-6. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0698; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough 7: Degrees of freedom
Question P71-Tough-7. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a website response-time study have response-category counts [31, 20, 10] and [18, 29, 15]. Test homogeneity for degrees of freedom.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-7. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0475; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough 8: Calculator
Question P71-Tough-8. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a website response-time study have response-category counts [32, 20, 10] and [18, 30, 15]. Test homogeneity for calculator.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-8. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0315; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough 9: Conclusion
Question P71-Tough-9. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a battery-life laboratory trial have response-category counts [33, 20, 10] and [18, 27, 15]. Test homogeneity for conclusion.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-9. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0411; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough 10: Comparison with independence
Question P71-Tough-10. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a greenhouse germination experiment have response-category counts [34, 20, 10] and [18, 28, 15]. Test homogeneity for comparison with independence.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-10. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0275; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough 11: Multiple populations or treatments
Question P71-Tough-11. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a website response-time study have response-category counts [30, 20, 10] and [18, 29, 15]. Test homogeneity for multiple populations or treatments.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-11. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0602; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough 12: Two-way table
Question P71-Tough-12. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a tutoring-program evaluation have response-category counts [31, 20, 10] and [18, 30, 15]. Test homogeneity for two-way table.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-12. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0404; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough 13: Hypotheses
Question P71-Tough-13. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a manufacturing fill-volume check have response-category counts [32, 20, 10] and [18, 27, 15]. Test homogeneity for hypotheses.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-13. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0515; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough 14: Expected counts
Question P71-Tough-14. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a recycling-behavior survey have response-category counts [33, 20, 10] and [18, 28, 15]. Test homogeneity for expected counts.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-14. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0348; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Tough 15: Degrees of freedom
Question P71-Tough-15. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a seedling-growth comparison have response-category counts [34, 20, 10] and [18, 29, 15]. Test homogeneity for degrees of freedom.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Tough-15. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0230; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest Practice
Toughest 1: Calculator
Question P71-Toughest-1. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a seedling-growth comparison have response-category counts [30, 20, 10] and [18, 27, 15]. Test homogeneity for calculator.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-1. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0804; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest 2: Conclusion
Question P71-Toughest-2. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a campus dining survey have response-category counts [31, 20, 10] and [18, 28, 15]. Test homogeneity for conclusion.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-2. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0555; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest 3: Comparison with independence
Question P71-Toughest-3. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a water-filtration experiment have response-category counts [32, 20, 10] and [18, 29, 15]. Test homogeneity for comparison with independence.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-3. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0374; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest 4: Multiple populations or treatments
Question P71-Toughest-4. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a public-parks visitor survey have response-category counts [33, 20, 10] and [18, 30, 15]. Test homogeneity for multiple populations or treatments.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-4. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0246; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest 5: Two-way table
Question P71-Toughest-5. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a recycling-behavior survey have response-category counts [34, 20, 10] and [18, 27, 15]. Test homogeneity for two-way table.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-5. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0327; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest 6: Hypotheses
Question P71-Toughest-6. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a school library checkout study have response-category counts [30, 20, 10] and [18, 28, 15]. Test homogeneity for hypotheses.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-6. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0698; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest 7: Expected counts
Question P71-Toughest-7. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a public-parks visitor survey have response-category counts [31, 20, 10] and [18, 29, 15]. Test homogeneity for expected counts.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-7. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0475; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest 8: Degrees of freedom
Question P71-Toughest-8. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a water-filtration experiment have response-category counts [32, 20, 10] and [18, 30, 15]. Test homogeneity for degrees of freedom.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-8. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0315; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest 9: Calculator
Question P71-Toughest-9. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a recycling-behavior survey have response-category counts [33, 20, 10] and [18, 27, 15]. Test homogeneity for calculator.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-9. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0411; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest 10: Conclusion
Question P71-Toughest-10. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a school library checkout study have response-category counts [34, 20, 10] and [18, 28, 15]. Test homogeneity for conclusion.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-10. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0275; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest 11: Comparison with independence
Question P71-Toughest-11. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from an online-course completion sample have response-category counts [30, 20, 10] and [18, 29, 15]. Test homogeneity for comparison with independence.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-11. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0602; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest 12: Multiple populations or treatments
Question P71-Toughest-12. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a manufacturing fill-volume check have response-category counts [31, 20, 10] and [18, 30, 15]. Test homogeneity for multiple populations or treatments.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-12. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0404; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest 13: Two-way table
Question P71-Toughest-13. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a seedling-growth comparison have response-category counts [32, 20, 10] and [18, 27, 15]. Test homogeneity for two-way table.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-13. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0515; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest 14: Hypotheses
Question P71-Toughest-14. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a package-delivery sample have response-category counts [33, 20, 10] and [18, 28, 15]. Test homogeneity for hypotheses.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-14. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0348; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
Toughest 15: Expected counts
Question P71-Toughest-15. Two constructed independent samples or treatment groups from a greenhouse germination experiment have response-category counts [34, 20, 10] and [18, 29, 15]. Test homogeneity for expected counts.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P71-Toughest-15. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0230; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. Interpretation: A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. Validity: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. Error to reject: The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample.
AP Response and Publication Checklist
| Audit point | Required evidence for chi square test for homogeneity |
|---|---|
| Scope | Keep the sampling design distinct from independence even though the calculation is the same. |
| Method or source | A chi-square test of homogeneity compares one categorical response distribution across independently sampled populations or randomized treatment groups. |
| Calculation | |
| Interpretation | A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. |
| Validity | Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate. |
| Correction | The homogeneity question compares response distributions across groups; it is not framed as two variables measured on one random sample. |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does multiple populations or treatments work in chi square test for homogeneity?
Answer for chi square test for homogeneity and Multiple populations or treatments. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0804; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. The required validity evidence is: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate.
How does two-way table work in chi square test for homogeneity?
Answer for chi square test for homogeneity and Two-way table. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0555; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. The required validity evidence is: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate.
How does hypotheses work in chi square test for homogeneity?
Answer for chi square test for homogeneity and Hypotheses. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0374; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. The required validity evidence is: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate.
How does expected counts work in chi square test for homogeneity?
Answer for chi square test for homogeneity and Expected counts. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0246; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. The required validity evidence is: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate.
How does degrees of freedom work in chi square test for homogeneity?
Answer for chi square test for homogeneity and Degrees of freedom. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0327; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. The required validity evidence is: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate.
How does calculator work in chi square test for homogeneity?
Answer for chi square test for homogeneity and Calculator. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0698; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. The required validity evidence is: Groups arise from independent random samples or randomized treatments, responses are counted once, and the expected-count approximation is adequate.
How does chi squared homogeneity test connect to Chi-Square Test For Homogeneity?
chi squared homogeneity test within chi square test for homogeneity. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0804; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. For Multiple populations or treatments, the controlling scope is: Keep the sampling design distinct from independence even though the calculation is the same.
How does chi square test of homogeneity connect to Chi-Square Test For Homogeneity?
chi square test of homogeneity within chi square test for homogeneity. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0555; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. For Two-way table, the controlling scope is: Keep the sampling design distinct from independence even though the calculation is the same.
How does chi squared test for homogeneity connect to Chi-Square Test For Homogeneity?
chi squared test for homogeneity within chi square test for homogeneity. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0374; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. For Hypotheses, the controlling scope is: Keep the sampling design distinct from independence even though the calculation is the same.
How does chi square homogeneity test connect to Chi-Square Test For Homogeneity?
chi square homogeneity test within chi square test for homogeneity. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0246; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. For Expected counts, the controlling scope is: Keep the sampling design distinct from independence even though the calculation is the same.
How does chi square test homogeneity connect to Chi-Square Test For Homogeneity?
chi square test homogeneity within chi square test for homogeneity. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0327; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. For Degrees of freedom, the controlling scope is: Keep the sampling design distinct from independence even though the calculation is the same.
How does chi-square test for homogeneity connect to Chi-Square Test For Homogeneity?
chi-square test for homogeneity within chi square test for homogeneity. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0698; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. For Calculator, the controlling scope is: Keep the sampling design distinct from independence even though the calculation is the same.
How does chi-square test of homogeneity connect to Chi-Square Test For Homogeneity?
chi-square test of homogeneity within chi square test for homogeneity. For the homogeneity test, , df=2, and p=0.0475; expected counts model the same categorical distribution across groups. A small p-value gives evidence that the categorical response distribution is not homogeneous across the sampled populations or assigned treatments. For Conclusion, the controlling scope is: Keep the sampling design distinct from independence even though the calculation is the same.
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Chi-Square Test For Homogeneity Conclusion
A chi-square test of homogeneity compares one categorical response distribution across independently sampled populations or randomized treatment groups. Mastery of chi square test for homogeneity therefore requires the exact evidence, mathematics, interpretation, and scope developed in this guide, while preserving this boundary: Keep the sampling design distinct from independence even though the calculation is the same.