Expect The Unexpected: A First Course In Biostatistics by Raluca Balan (English)

Description: Expect The Unexpected: A First Course In Biostatistics by Raluca Balan, Gilles Lamothe In comparison with the first edition of the book, this second edition contains additional topics such as power, sample size computation and non-parametric methods, and includes a large collection of new problems, as well as the answers to odd-numbered problems. Several sections of this edition are accompanied by instructions using the programming language R for statistical computing and graphics. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This textbook introduces the basic concepts from probability theory and statistics which are needed for statistical analysis of data encountered in the biological and health sciences. No previous study is required. Advanced mathematical tools, such as integration and differentiation, are kept to a minimum. The emphasis is put on the examples. Probabilistic methods are discussed at length, but the focus of this edition is on statistics.The examples are kept simple, so that the reader can learn quickly and see the usefulness of various statistical and probabilistic methods. Some of the examples used in this book draw attention to various problems related to environmental issues, climate change, loss of bio-diversity, and their impact on wildlife and humans.In comparison with the first edition of the book, this second edition contains additional topics such as power, sample size computation and non-parametric methods, and includes a large collection of new problems, as well as the answers to odd-numbered problems. Several sections of this edition are accompanied by instructions using the programming language R for statistical computing and graphics.The Solution Manual is available upon request for all instructors who adopt this book as a course text. Please send your request to . Details ISBN9813209054 Author Gilles Lamothe Publisher World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Edition 2nd ISBN-10 9813209054 ISBN-13 9789813209053 Format Hardcover Place of Publication Singapore Country of Publication Singapore Pages 316 Affiliation Univ Of Ottawa, Canada Media Book DEWEY 570.15195 Year 2017 Publication Date 2017-07-17 Language English UK Release Date 2017-07-17 Edition Description Second Edition Audience Tertiary & Higher Education Imprint World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:126693901;

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