Hardcover, Pearson
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Balanced coverage of probability and statistics:
- Chapters 1-5 focus on probability and probability distributions. This section of the text is also particularly helpful for actuarial students studying for actuary exams.
- Chapters 6-9 emphasize statistics and statistical inference, including estimation, Bayesian estimation and more.
- Application-oriented content features real-world scenarios with applications in the areas of biology, economics, health, sociology and sports.
- Historical vignettes outline the origin of the greatest accomplishments in the field of statistics.