A single, thorough source of definitions for thousands of statistical terms, illustrated with graphs, charts, tables, and equations. The Pocket Dictionary includes terms used in various fields related to statistics including mathematics, probability, economics, business, decision analysis, demography, epidemiology, bio-statistics, engineering, public health, quality control and many others.
The SAGE Dictionary of Statistics provides students and researchers with an accessible and definitive resource to use when studying statistics in the social sciences, reading research reports and undertaking data analysis.
This wide-ranging dictionary covers over 2,300 statistical terms in accessible, jargon-free language. All existing entries and web links have been revised and updated to ensure that the content is as relevant as possible. An indispensable reference work for any students or professionals who come into contact with statistics at work or university.
This dictionary is the first work devoted to translating solely technical terms and expressions of the statistical sciences from Russian to English and, as such, is invaluable to those interested in utilizing Russian literature not available in translation. The dictionary contains over five thousand terms and expressions. Originally published in 1964. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.
Discover one of the most complete dictionaries in data science. KEY FEATURES ● Simplified understanding of complex concepts, terms, terminologies, and techniques. ● Combined glossary of machine learning, mathematics, and statistics. ● Chronologically arranged A-Z keywords with brief description. DESCRIPTION This pocket guide is a must for all data professionals in their day-to-day work processes. This book brings a comprehensive pack of glossaries of machine learning, deep learning, mathematics, and statistics. The extensive list of glossaries comprises concepts, processes, algorithms, data structures, techniques, and many more. Each of these terms is explained in the simplest words possible. This pocket guide will help you to stay up to date of the most essential terms and references used in the process of data analysis and machine learning. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Get absolute clarity on every concept, process, and algorithm used in the process of data science operations. ● Keep yourself technically strong and sound-minded during data science meetings. ● Strengthen your knowledge in the field of Big data and business intelligence. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is for data professionals, data scientists, students, or those who are new to the field who wish to stay on top of industry jargon and terminologies used in the field of data science. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Chapter one: A 2. Chapter two: B 3. Chapter three: C 4. Chapter four: D 5. Chapter five: E 6. Chapter six: F 7. Chapter seven: G 8. Chapter eight: H 9. Chapter nine: I 10. Chapter ten: J 11. Chapter 11: K 12. Chapter 12: L 13. Chapter 13: M 14. Chapter 14: N 15. Chapter 15: O 16. Chapter 16: P 17. Chapter 17: Q 18. Chapter 18: R 19. Chapter 19 : S 20. Chapter 20 : T 21. Chapter 21 : U 22. Chapter 22 : V 23. Chapter 23: W 24. Chapter 24: X 25. Chapter 25: Y 26. Chapter 26 : Z
Introductory Statistics 2e provides an engaging, practical, and thorough overview of the core concepts and skills taught in most one-semester statistics courses. The text focuses on diverse applications from a variety of fields and societal contexts, including business, healthcare, sciences, sociology, political science, computing, and several others. The material supports students with conceptual narratives, detailed step-by-step examples, and a wealth of illustrations, as well as collaborative exercises, technology integration problems, and statistics labs. The text assumes some knowledge of intermediate algebra, and includes thousands of problems and exercises that offer instructors and students ample opportunity to explore and reinforce useful statistical skills. This is an adaptation of Introductory Statistics 2e by OpenStax. You can access the textbook as pdf for free at openstax.org. Minor editorial changes were made to ensure a better ebook reading experience. Textbook content produced by OpenStax is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
This book contains over 1500 research and statistical terms, written in jargon-free, easy-to-understand terminology to help students understand difficult concepts in their research courses. This pocket guide is in an ideal supplement to the many discipline-specific texts on research methods and statistics.
It is not necessary to know how to do a statistical analysis to critically appraise a paper. However, it is necessary to have a grasp of the basics, of whether the right test has been used and how to interpret the resulting figures. Short, readable, and useful, this book provides the essential, basic information without becoming bogged down in the
Statistics has evolved into an exciting discipline which uses deep theory and powerful software to shed light on the world around us: from clinical trials in medicine, to economics, sociology, and countless other subjects vital to understanding modern life. This Very Short Introduction explores and explains how statistics works today.
