How to Think about Statistics
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Book Overview
An easy, logical way to make sense of the numbers and data you encounter every day. This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0716736543
ISBN13:9780716736547
Release Date:August 1999
Publisher:W.H. Freeman & Company
Length:202 Pages
Weight:0.75 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"
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Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
I originally checked this book out from the library to study for an exam. I liked it so much that I bought it. Would definitely recommend this book to people who want a general overview of basic statistics.
Well written introduction to the basic concepts
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
This book focuses on concepts rather than computation. It is an excellent supplemental text which takes the time to explain the ideas behind the equations. Statistics can be very difficult conceptually to the beginning student. By focusing on concepts, this book can break down some barriers to learning.The scope is that of an introductory statistics course, including in introduction to measures of central tendency, the normal distribution, correlation, inference, hypothesis testing, and a final chapter on correlation, causation and effect size. The example problems are well chosen, and the discussion is clear and well reasoned. If I were teaching a course in statistics, I would require this as a supplemental text. It is also appropriate for self study.
Problems understanding statistics? This book is for you!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
This book is a great introduction to statistics. The author not only explains each concept with its application, but also provides case scenarios to reinforce the concept. But it doesn't stop here. The author goes even further and examines the circumstances and assumptions surrounding each application of the concepts. An excellent introductory book for understanding statistics!
Excellent introduction to basic statistics
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
I started using this book as a supplemental text in my introduciton to statistics classes. It is straightforward, intuitive, and explains concpetual issues in statistics very well. Students who have trouble with other statistics book find that Phillip's book is a tremendous help. This book helps "Understand Statistics" in a non-mathematical way.
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