Essentials of Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences (Paperback)

by Frederick J Gravetter (Author), Larry B. Wallnau (Author)

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"The writing is one of the text's greatest strengths and I would not attempt to improve it. Another strength lies in the writing and organization of Chapters 7 and 8, which introduce hypothesis testing. These chapters are unusually good, which is important, because of the central role the concepts play in future topics."

"What I love about the textbook and what makes me recommend it to anyone who will listen is the level at which it is written. Too often I review statistics texts that (I feel) are above an introductory level. They don't spend enough time on the fundamental concepts that students need to understand before they move on."

"It seems appropriate for both strong and weak students. I'd quickly recommend this text to others to gain a readable and engaging presentation that is accuratge, clear, and concise. This text is one of the best out there - for both students and instructors."

"This text is very readable and student-friendly, and presents the material at a level appropriate for our undergraduate psychological statistics course'. There are ample examples from psychological research and from statistical software output."

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This brief version of Gravetter and Wallnau's proven best-seller offers the straightforward instruction, accuracy, built-in learning aids, and wealth of real-world examples that professors AND students have come to appreciate. The authors take time to explain statistical procedures so that students can go beyond memorizing formulas and gain a conceptual understanding of statistics. By integrating applications to ensure that even students with a weak background in mathematics can understand statistics, the authors skillfully demonstrate that having an understanding of statistical procedures help them comprehend published findings, and become savvy consumers of information. Known for its exceptional accuracy and examples, this text also has a complete supplements package to support instructors with class preparation and testing.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 576 pages
• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing; 5 edition (July 22, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 053463396X
• ISBN-13: 978-0534633967
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.8 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #127,627 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Understandable Statistics at Last!, December 2, 1999

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This review is from: Essentials of Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences (Paperback)

This is the first statistics textbook that I have actually understood and enjoyed, and I have read many of them. The authors take students through the material step by step and do not make assumptions about prior knowledge. The charts and examples are very helpful and clearly presented. As textbooks go, this is the best!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! Clear, Concise, Excellent Book, May 18, 2005

By	Statistically Challenged - See all my reviews

Having seriously struggled for the last two years with the statistics side of my Psychology studies, this book has really made things so much clearer. An excellent book for anyone struggling to grasp the basic statistical concepts required in behavioral sciences.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for people who ask "but why..." at the end of every statement. , May 10, 2006

By	Ashley Dixon (Annandale-on-Hudson, NY) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is absolutely excellent. I have looked through other stats books and lost interest immediately, but this book is written in such a way that it actually makes you want to learn the material. Rather than just telling you how to solve the problem, the authors inform you as to why learning it is necessary, and frequently give you real-life, interesting scenarios regarding how specific formulas are used by psychologists.

Statistics, of course, becomes progressively more difficult over time, and you may need to seek outside help once you reach the last few chapters in particular. However, I believe that this book is the best of its kind, and it might be worth purchasing even if it is not your primary source for class, etc.