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Vic Barnett - Comparative Inference - 9780471976431 - V9780471976431
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Comparative Inference

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Description for Comparative Inference Hardcover. Statistical inference is the process of drawing conclusions based upon the available data on the measurement of uncertainty of a defined event. It allows one to draw a conclusion or a generalization from the available data. , i.e. if there is smoke there is a good probability there is a fire. Series: Wiley Series in Probability and Statistics. Num Pages: 410 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PBT; PBWX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 163 x 30. Weight in Grams: 768.
This fully updated and revised third edition, presents a wide ranging, balanced account of the fundamental issues across the full spectrum of inference and decision-making. Much has happened in this field since the second edition was published: for example, Bayesian inferential procedures have not only gained acceptance but are often the preferred methodology. This book will be welcomed by both the student and practising statistician wishing to study at a fairly elementary level, the basic conceptual and interpretative distinctions between the different approaches, how they interrelate, what assumptions they are based on, and the practical implications of such distinctions.

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  • Includes fully updated and revised material from the successful second edition
  • Recent changes in emphasis, principle and methodology are carefully explained and evaluated
  • Discusses all recent major developments
  • Particular attention is given to the nature and importance of basic concepts (probability, utility, likelihood etc)
  • Includes extensive references and bibliography

Written by a well-known and respected author, the essence of this successful book remains unchanged providing the reader with a thorough explanation of the many approaches to inference and decision making.

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Product Details

Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
410
Condition
New
Series
Wiley Series in Probability and Statistics
Number of Pages
410
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780471976431
SKU
V9780471976431
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-50

About Vic Barnett
Vic Barnett is the author of Comparative Statistical Inference, 3rd Edition, published by Wiley.

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