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Applied Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences

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(1998 version) This book excels at telling you how to apply methods but not why you would, or why you would choose one method over another. The content is mostly dry and recipe-oriented and, like many statistics textbooks, gives the false impression that the field offers few opportunities for interesting judgments and has few areas of controversy. For example, the book typically seems to tell us that a situation either meets the assumptions underlying a particular test (in which case the test can be conducted, almost worry-free) or does not (in which case the test simply cannot be done). Most of us usually find ourselves in the middle ground and could use some guidelines as to the best course. Insights on issues like these are few and far between, though they are thought-provoking and valuable when they do come.

The book is pretty well packed with information. The chapters follow an organization I found a little odd, though; you may find yourself writing your own makeshift table of contents or selected index. The book also seems to go through slight shifts in its level of sophistication.

All in all, I have spent a fair amount of time with the book and have been glad to own it as a complement and sometimes foil to others. But, starting over, it wouldn't be one of my top choices.

This is my favorite book for teaching introductory statistics and for use as a reference from then on. It's clear and accurate, and covers the topics I want. The applied focus is just right for use in social sciences courses. I've used earlier editions as well as this 2002 edition, for a total of 15 years.

Each chapter is well organized and it is made sure that readers understand the concepts before proceeding. Clear research questions always accompany the statistics involved. All key terms are well explained. Statistics books can be tough. This one is easy to comprehend, especially for introduction and all the fundamentals. I learned all I needed to know to take an introductory stats course and to apply skills.

I have only used it for a couple days but so far the reading is easy to understand. I was able to complete the exercises at the back of Chapter 1 after reading the chapter. My professor had only reviewed the Four Levels of Measurement and I had to teach myself how to do the problems. So far it's basic algebra and putting numbers into equations.

Even though it was a used book, it was in excellent conditions. The mailing was fast and the mailing package was excellent also. Would definitely buy again from this seller.

I ordered a used book, but this did not appear to have been used at all. I was very pleased. It also arrived well ahead of the projected arrival date.

I was really satisfied with my purchase not only did I get it in a decent time but the book was like new.

Thanks a bunch
Mari

I got the book in great time and the condition of the book was excellent. I wasn't sure about buying a used book at first but I was very pleased with the shipping time, the price, and the condition.

if you want to understand the theory and math behind statistics, this book is NOT for you.