How would you explain the analysis of variance, assuming that your audience has not had a statistics class before? you are explaining this to a novice….do not just give the definition of ANOVA. This...

How would you explain the analysis of variance, assuming that your audience has not had a statistics class before?

Great video on ANOVA that will help with this topic:

https://explorable.com/anova

Remember that this is for a novice; use an example to go through the ANOVA process. The more complicated your explanation, the less likely it is to meet the needs of a novice. Be sure to explain how significance is determined in simple terms as well.
There is no need to explain one-way, two-way, or other specific types.

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