Z-Test Calculator
The Z-test calculator determines if there's a significant difference between sample and population means. It's used in hypothesis testing for quality control, medical research, and social sciences to make data-driven decisions by calculating Z-scores and p-values.
Z-Test Formula
Z = (x̄ - μ) / (σ/√n)
Where:
x̄ = Sample mean
μ = Population mean
σ = Population standard deviation
n = Sample size
How to Use
1. Enter sample mean and population mean 2. Input standard deviation and sample size 3. Set significance level (default 0.05) 4. Click Calculate. The tool will show Z-score, p-value, and hypothesis conclusion. Compare results with critical values table below.
Development Process
1. Designed HTML interface 2. Implemented Z-score formula in JavaScript 3. Added statistical significance calculation 4. Created result display system 5. Integrated user input validation 6. Added critical value table 7. Included FAQ section
Z-Critical Values Table
Confidence Level | α | Z-Critical |
---|---|---|
90% | 0.10 | ±1.645 |
95% | 0.05 | ±1.96 |
99% | 0.01 | ±2.576 |
FAQs
When should I use a Z-test?
Use Z-test when comparing sample means to population means with known population standard deviation and sample size >30. Suitable for normally distributed data in hypothesis testing for quality control, medical trials, and social science research.
How to interpret Z-test results?
Compare calculated Z-score with critical values. If absolute Z-score > critical value or p-value < α, reject null hypothesis. This indicates statistically significant difference between sample and population means.
What inputs are required?
Requires sample mean, population mean, population standard deviation, sample size, and significance level. All values must be numerical. Ensure proper measurement units and data normality assumptions are met.
Z-test vs T-test: Difference?
Z-test uses population parameters (σ known), T-test uses sample SD. Use Z-test for large samples (n>30) with known σ, T-test for small samples with unknown σ. Different critical value tables are used.
What does p-value mean?
Probability of observing results assuming null hypothesis is true. Low p-value (< α) suggests rejecting null hypothesis. Typical α levels: 0.05 (5%) or 0.01 (1%). Represents risk of Type I error.