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Probably the Best Book on Statistics Ever Written: How to Beat the Odds and Make Better Decisions
Taking an amusing and digestible look at the usually dry world of probability and statistics, this is...
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Taking an amusing and digestible look at the usually dry world of probability and statistics, this is the ultimate guide to how you can incorporate them into everyday life, from one of the world's most sought-after experts in game theory. This book reveals how statistics and probability are fundamental to our everyday life - from advertisements to public-opinion polls, weather forecasts to government policies, scientific research to stock market information. Haim Shapira then presents a myriad of anecdotes, riddles, case studies and practical exercises in his trademark witty voice to guide the reader through the importance of statistics and probability in everyday life. Some examples include:
With easy-to-follow explanations, tables and graphs of all the maths behind the statistics - averages, standard deviation, percentiles, logarithmic scales, correlation coefficient - this book provides everything you need to know to determine your options and calculate your chance of success, thereby learning to make better decisions.
Author: Haim Shapira
Publisher: Watkins Publishing
Published: 08/13/2024
Pages: 272
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs
ISBN: 9781786787743
About the Author
Haim Shapira is an Israeli author of seven best-selling books. He has a PhD in mathematical genetics for his dissertation on Games Theory and another PhD for his research about the mathematical and philosophical approaches to Infinity. He teaches mathematics, psychology, philosophy, and literature. Shapira is not trying to make his readers agree with him, but simply encourages them to enjoy thinking. He is also an accomplished pianist and an avid collector of anything beautiful.
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With easy-to-follow explanations, tables and graphs of all the maths behind the statistics - averages, standard deviation, percentiles, logarithmic scales, correlation coefficient - this book provides everything you need to know to determine your options and calculate your chance of success, thereby learning to make better decisions.
Author: Haim Shapira
Publisher: Watkins Publishing
Published: 08/13/2024
Pages: 272
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs
ISBN: 9781786787743
About the Author
Haim Shapira is an Israeli author of seven best-selling books. He has a PhD in mathematical genetics for his dissertation on Games Theory and another PhD for his research about the mathematical and philosophical approaches to Infinity. He teaches mathematics, psychology, philosophy, and literature. Shapira is not trying to make his readers agree with him, but simply encourages them to enjoy thinking. He is also an accomplished pianist and an avid collector of anything beautiful.
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