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Summary
By observing patterns and repeated behaviors, mathematicians have devised calculations to significantly reduce human potential for error. This volume introduces the historical and mathematical basis of statistics and probability as well as their application to everyday situations. Readers will also... Full description
Summary: |
By observing patterns and repeated behaviors, mathematicians have devised calculations to significantly reduce human potential for error. This volume introduces the historical and mathematical basis of statistics and probability as well as their application to everyday situations. Readers will also meet the prominent thinkers who advanced the field and established a numerical basis for prediction. |
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Physical Description: |
1 online resource (333 p.) |
Bibliography: |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 324-325)and index. |
ISBN: |
9781615302284 161530228X |