Articles on confidence threshold

P-values and Confidence Intervals Explained

P-values and confidence intervals explained

Hundreds if not thousands of books have been written about both p-values and confidence intervals (CIs) – two of the most widely used statistics in online controlled experiments. Yet, these concepts remain elusive to many otherwise well-trained researchers, including A/B testing practitioners. Misconceptions and misinterpretations abound despite great efforts from statistics educators and experimentation evangelists. […] Read more…

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Top Misconceptions About Scientific Rigor in A/B Testing

Have you ever thought that statistically rigorous A/B tests are impractical? Or do you have trouble selling the need for rigor in testing to your clients, coworkers, or boss? This article debunks the top five myths about the necessity and difficulties of applying scientific method in online A/B testing. Read more…

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