| The Concise Encyclopedia of Statistics 2010 Edition Contributor(s): Dodge, Yadolah (Author) |
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ISBN: 0387317422 ISBN-13: 9780387317427 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $208.99 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: February 2008 Annotation: The Concise Encyclopedia of Statistics presents the essential information about statistical tests, concepts, and analytical methods in language that is accessible to practitioners and students of the vast community using statistics in medicine, engineering, physical science, life science, social science, and business/economics. The reference is alphabetically arranged to provide quick access to the fundamental tools of statistical methodology and biographies of famous statisticians. The more than 500 entries include definitions, history, mathematical details, limitations, examples, references, and further readings. All entries include cross-references as well as the key citations. The back matter includes a timeline of statistical inventions. This reference will be an enduring resource for locating convenient overviews about this essential field of study. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Mathematics | Probability & Statistics - General - Mathematics | Reference |
| Dewey: 519.503 |
| LCCN: 2008921031 |
| Series: Springer Reference |
| Physical Information: 1.15" H x 6.49" W x 9.3" (2.56 lbs) 628 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The Concise Encyclopedia of Statistics presents the essential information about statistical tests, concepts, and analytical methods in language that is accessible to practitioners and students of the vast community using statistics in medicine, engineering, physical science, life science, social science, and business/economics. The reference is alphabetically arranged to provide quick access to the fundamental tools of statistical methodology and biographies of famous statisticians. The more than 500 entries include definitions, history, mathematical details, limitations, examples, references, and further readings. All entries include cross-references as well as the key citations. The back matter includes a timeline of statistical inventions. This reference will be an enduring resource for locating convenient overviews about this essential field of study. |