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Designed for anyone who needs a comprehensive introduction
to the principles of statistical methods and their applications,
this popular text is written in a practical, non-forbidding
style. Each chapter clearly explains the principles of each
topic before presenting applications of the theory. The use
of Excel and MINITAB is fully integrated throughout the book,
demonstrating the application of computer packages to solve
a wide range of statistical problems.
This second edition has been fully updated and takes a student-centred
approach, including teaching aims, learning outcomes, highlighted
equations and summaries of key terms to enhance understanding.
There is expanded coverage of analysis of variance and regression
analysis, updated and extended references for further reading
and additional examples and exercises.
In addition to the uncomplicated and comprehensive coverage
of essential statistical topics, the reader will benefit from
these invaluable features incorporated with the text:
> step-by-step worked examples illustrating the use of
statistical techniques in solving practical problems
> self-study exercises allowing readers to test their knowledge
> comprehensive glossary of terms offering a useful reference
tool
> online data sets
providing the basis for additional problem-solving using computer
methods
> appendices describing the MINITAB and Excel programs
and their application, supporting the use of both packages
Principles of Applied Statistics is suitable for use by students
on degree and diploma courses in all disciplines. It will
also provide an ideal introduction to the statistical content
of MBA and DMS programmes.
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