Statistical Methods, Second Edition [Hardcover]

Rudolf J. Freund (Author), William J. Wilson (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0122676513 | ISBN-13: 978-0122676512 | Publication Date: January 6, 2003 | Edition: 2

This broad text provides a complete overview of most standard statistical methods, including multiple regression, analysis of variance, experimental design, and sampling techniques. Assuming a background of only two years of high school algebra, this book teaches intelligent data analysis and covers the principles of good data collection.

* Provides a complete discussion of analysis of data including estimation, diagnostics, and remedial actions
* Examples contain graphical illustration for ease of interpretation
* Intended for use with almost any statistical software
* Examples are worked to a logical conclusion, including interpretation of results
* A complete Instructor's Manual is available to adopters

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From the Back Cover

Statistical Methods, 2nd Edition builds a foundation for readers to communicate effectively
with professional statisticians and computer programmers who will likely perform much of
the statistical analyses they will encounter in their careers. Freund &Wilson equip readers
with the insight to recognize appropriate experimental designs, correct methods of analyses,
and to arrive at practical conclusions after interpreting statistical results.
"The reading matter and illustrations are engaging because the authors bring in many up-todate,
real-life examples." -Dr. E.D. McCune, Stephen F. Austin State University, Texas

Product Details

• Hardcover: 673 pages
• Publisher: Academic Press; 2 edition (January 6, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0122676513
• ISBN-13: 978-0122676512
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.5 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,023,386 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Great reference for practicing statisticians, November 14, 2010

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This review is from: Statistical Methods, Second Edition (Hardcover)

I used this textbook for my introduction to statistic course in second year university, and I have since gone back to it numerous times. Its examples are well chosen and well written, and the mix of theory and application make it a great reference for teaching. My only problem with it is that it did not associate itself with a software package, which hurts its use in applied courses. I am forced to use a different Biostatistics textbook for my course (which includes SAS), but I develop my lecture material largely from this book.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Statistical Methods, February 25, 2010

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A.S. (South Dakota State University) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Statistical Methods, Second Edition (Hardcover)

As a beginner statistician, the layout of this book is very difficult to follow. It did not explain well the procedures or examples in the text. I do not recommend this book to a beginner, or to anyone not already experienced in statistics.