Introduction to Probability and Statistics: Principles and Applications for Engineering and the Computing Sciences, 4/e
J. Susan Milton,
Radford University - Emeritus Jesse Arnold,
Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University
ISBN: 007246836x Copyright year: 2003
Feature Summary
References to statistical analysis packages have been added. This enables students to see how the techniques are applied by using these popular packages.
Some of the more difficult derivations have been moved to an appendix. This gives the book a more applied feel while retaining the conceptual material for those who wish to use it.
Discussion of Tukey's method of paired comparisons and a section on the use of tolerance limits in quality control have been included
New and retained examples and exercises are chosen specifically for students in engineering and computing sciences. Students can work on problems within a context that is familiar and interesting to them.
The authors’ approach allows students gain understanding of the logic behind the techniques as well as practice using them. Because of this, students are better able to retain the information and are better prepared to apply the techniques in this and future courses.
Data sets for examples and exercises are provided in electronic format for use with the most popular statistical packages. Students do not have to waste valuable time entering data and data-entry errors are eliminated.
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