| A Probability and Statistics Companion Contributor(s): Kinney, John J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0470471956 ISBN-13: 9780470471951 Publisher: Wiley OUR PRICE: $96.85 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: June 2009 Annotation: The study of probability and statistics is crucial in manufacturing as well as in the analysis of sample surveys and in experimentation. Utilizing unique real-world examples and numerous graphics, "A Probability and Statistics Companion" provides a solid foundation to the field by delving into practical and relevant topics. The text presents researchers, professionals, and students with interesting and useful real-world applications of probability and statistics as well as topics rarely found in standard introductory books, including the analysis of sample surveys, the analysis of experimental data, and statistical quality control.
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| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Mathematics | Probability & Statistics - General |
| Dewey: 519.2 |
| LCCN: 2009009329 |
| Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6.1" W x 9.1" (1.05 lbs) 280 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: An accessible and engaging introduction to the study of probability and statistics Utilizing entertaining real-world examples, A Probability and Statistics Companion provides aunique, interesting, and accessible introduction to probability and statistics. This one-of-a-kind book delves into practical topics that are crucial in the analysis of sample surveys and experimentation. This handy book contains introductory explanations of the major topics in probability and statistics, including hypothesis testing and regression, while also delving into more advanced topics such as the analysis of sample surveys, analysis of experimental data, and statistical process control. The book recognizes that there are many sampling techniques that can actually improve on simple random sampling, and in addition, an introduction to the design of experiments is provided to reflect recent advances in conducting scientific experiments. This blend of coverage results in the development of a deeper understanding and solid foundation for the study of probability and statistics. Additional topical coverage includes:
Each chapter contains exercises and explorations for readers who wish to conduct independent projects or investigations. The discussion of most methods is complemented with applications to engaging, real-world scenarios such as winning speeds at the Indianapolis 500 and predicting winners of the World Series. In addition, the book enhances the visual nature of the subject with numerous multidimensional graphical representations of the presented examples. A Probability and Statistics Companion is an excellent book for introductory probability and statistics courses at the undergraduate level. It is also a valuable reference for professionals who use statistical concepts to make informed decisions in their day-to-day work. |