Fundamentals of Probability [Hardcover]

Saeed Ghahramani (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0130657980 | ISBN-13: 978-0130657985 | Publication Date: August 1, 1995 | Edition: 1

A class-tested introduction to basic probability, flexibly designed for use with readers of varying levels of learning abilities and interests.

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A comprehensive class-tested introduction to Basic Probability -- flexibly designed for use with students of varying levels of learning abilities and interests.

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A comprehensive class-tested introduction to Basic Probability — flexibly designed for use with readers of varying levels of learning abilities and interests.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 477 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall College Div; 1 edition (August 1, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0130657980
• ISBN-13: 978-0130657985
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.9 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,812,949 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ghahramani has manged to find the *perfect* balance!!, April 25, 2003

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Andrew Adams "ionicadams" (Gainesville, FL United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fundamentals of Probability (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)

You won't believe what Ghahramani has accomplished until you BUY THIS BOOK (2nd Edition)!!

Instead of trying to intimidate the student with formulas from the abyss and his superior intellect, Ghahramani matter-of-factly shows you what needs to be seen, backs it up with *excellent* examples and side remarks, provides the opportunity to complete a problem set, and moves on quickly to the next section.

What we have here is the model of efficiency: Enough substance to retain clarity without being prolix.

The axiomatic presentation of probability allows the reader to develop the mental framework needed to have a *deep* and *comprehensive* grasp of probability that can truly be called understanding...

One of the reviewers here makes some pretty bizarre claims; So for the record: I am not a Graduate Student.. actually, I am an undergraduate Aerospace Engineering Major.

Ghahramani's English is Superior -- His sentences flow easily and makes for a quick read. If you cannot learn from this book, it is because you are either Illiterate, Lazy, or Inept at BASIC math.

There is *NO* Calculus until Chapter 6! Furthermore, nearly all the symbols used in the book are actually defined and illustrated in the beginning sections of the book.

This Book is Clear, Concise, and Well-Balanced. It is not filled to the brim with overly descriptive paragraphs that emphasize all the wrong things. Gharamani knows exactly where to place the emphasis so that you dont have to spend hours trying to figure out what is important and what is not. This is THE book to have for "Mathematical Statistics 1" or "Intro to Probability".

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic reference, February 20, 2000

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Cyrus McCormick - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fundamentals of Probability (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)

Very well-written guide to the world of probability - by far the best I have read. Could be deemed "too hard" by those with poor mathematics skills though (as is evident with some of the other reviews given...)

10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "An Excellent Book", July 13, 2001

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Vito Giurlanda (Stony Brook, New York United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fundamentals of Probability (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)

Saeed Ghahramani does a fine job with this text. This is a great text for those seeking a guided introduction to the fundamental elements of probability. I am a undergraduate mathematics major & find the material in this text pleasing to read and full of examples that aide in the learning process. This text reminds me of the Springer series of mathematics texts (with it's page style, fonts, & chapters). But one peace of advice, do not read through this book quickly. Take your time and do as many examples as possible (the odd numbered review questions are answered in the back so you may check your work).