Introduction to Statistics for Biology
Introduction to Statistics for Biology
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Focusing on the design and analysis of experiments and surveys in biology, this text contains practical, nontechnical advice on carrying out successful projects and producing clear, informative reports. This edition offers more detailed explanation of elementary probability, greater emphasis on experimental design and data simulation, and a templat
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Introduction to Statistics for Biology by Trudy A Watt
Even though an understanding of experimental design and statistics is central to modern biology, undergraduate and graduate students studying biological subjects often lack confidence in their numerical abilities. Allaying the anxieties of students, Introduction to Statistics for Biology, Third Edition provides a painless introduction to the subject while demonstrating the importance of statistics in contemporary biological studies. New to the Third Edition More detailed explanation of the ideas of elementary probability to simplify the rationale behind hypothesis testing, before moving on to simple tests An emphasis on experimental design and data simulation prior to performing an experiment A general template for carrying out statistical tests from hypothesis to interpretation Worked examples and updated Minitab analyses and graphics Downloadable resources contains a free trial version of Minitab Using Minitab throughout to present practical examples, the authors emphasize the interpretation of computer output. With its nontechnical approach and practical advice, this student-friendly introductory text lays the foundation for the advanced study of statistical analysis."With its non-technical approach and practical advice, this accessible to students introductory text lays the foundation for more advanced study of statistical analysis and biometryI strongly recommend this excellent text to all undergraduate students in the biological sciences."
—Journal of the Royal Statistical Society
Trudy A. Watt, Robin H. McCleery, Tom Hart
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781584886525 |
| ISBN 10 | 1584886528 |
| Title | Introduction to Statistics for Biology |
| Author | Trudy A Watt |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Inc |
| Year published | 2007-05-17 |
| Number of pages | 296 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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