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Confidence Interval Calculator
Compute the lower and upper bounds of a confidence interval for a population mean using a sample mean, the standard error of that mean, and a critical z-value (1.645 / 1.96 / 2.576 for 90% / 95% / 99% confidence). This is the standard way to report uncertainty around survey results, lab measurements, or any sample-based estimate.
Sample Size Calculator
Calculate the minimum number of respondents needed to estimate a population proportion within a given margin of error at a chosen confidence level — the standard formula behind almost every survey, poll, and quality audit. Includes the finite-population correction so you can plan surveys of small populations without over-sampling.
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| Confidence Interval Calculator | Sample Size Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Statistics | Statistics |
| Inputs required | 3 | 3 |
| Result | Lower Bound | Required Sample Size |
| What it does | Compute the lower and upper bounds of a confidence interval for a population mean using a sample mean, the standard error of that mean, and a critical z-value (1.645 / 1.96 / 2.576 for 90% / 95% / 99% confidence). This is the standard way to report uncertainty around survey results, lab measurements, or any sample-based estimate. | Calculate the minimum number of respondents needed to estimate a population proportion within a given margin of error at a chosen confidence level — the standard formula behind almost every survey, poll, and quality audit. Includes the finite-population correction so you can plan surveys of small populations without over-sampling. |