Need to learn statistics as part of your job, or want some help passing a statistics course? Statistics in a Nutshell is a clear and concise introduction and reference that’s perfect for anyone with no previous background in the subject. This book gives you a solid understanding of statistics without being too simple, yet without the numbing complexity of most college texts.- Introductory material:
- Different ways to think about statistics
- Basic concepts of measurement and probability theory
- Data management for statistical analysis
- Research design and experimental design
- How to critique statistics presented by others
- Basic concepts of inferential statistics
- The concept of correlation, when it is and is not an appropriate measure of association
- Dichotomous and categorical data
- The distinction between parametric and nonparametric statistics
- The General Linear Model
- Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and MANOVA
- Multiple linear regression
- Business and quality improvement statistics
- Medical and public health statistics
- Educational and psychological statistics
Basic inferential statistics:
Advanced inferential techniques:
Specialized techniques:
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