Statistics: Principles and Methods
Retaining the successful format of previous editions this update develops students' understanding of the reasonings by which findings from sample data can be extended to general conclusions and a familiarity with several basic statistical techniques. Provides succinct explanations of the concepts and important statistical terminology. Authentic settings motivate the statistical ideas and well-organized discussions cover techniques, with heavy emphasis on examples. Contains a new section that illustrates the use of a probability distribution in a practical setting as well as more data-based exercises.--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.