The Nature of Statistics
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Book Details
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Author: W. Allen Wallis
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Publisher: Dover
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Binding: Paperback
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ISBN: 9780486779690
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Pages: 218
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Release Date: 18-06-2014
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Dimensions: 8.0 x 5.0 x 0.9 inches
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Languages: English
About the Book
In Statistics for Social Scientists, W. Allen Wallis provides a fascinating and accessible introduction to modern statistical methods. Geared towards everyday applications as well as scientific research, this classic work requires little to no prior mathematical background.
Key features of the book include:
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Development of basic statistical skills for evaluating and using data
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Lively examples from a range of fields including business, government, social sciences, genetics, medicine, and public health
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Emphasis on understanding the nature and methodology of statistics to effectively interpret its results
The book has been lauded for its clear and engaging approach, making statistics both relevant and engaging to readers, even those with minimal mathematical expertise. As noted by The New York Times, Wallis and co-author Harry V. Roberts have made statistics "fascinating."
Statistics for Social Scientists is an important resource for students and professionals in fields like sociology, public health, and business who need to understand and use statistical data without getting bogged down by complex techniques.