Statistics: The Art and Science of Learning from Data

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For courses in introductory statistics. The Art and Science of Learning from Data Statistics: The Art and Science of Learning from Data Fourth Edition takes a conceptual approach helping students understand what statistics is about and learning the right questions to ask when analyzing data rather than just memorizing procedures. This book takes the ideas that have turned statistics into a central science in modern life and makes them accessible without compromising the necessary rigor. Students will enjoy reading this book and will stay engaged with its wide variety of real-world data in the examples and exercises. The authors believe that its important for students to learn and analyze both quantitative and categorical data. As a result the text pays greater attention to the analysis of proportions than many other introductory statistics texts. Concepts are introduced first with categorical data and then with quantitative data. Also available with MyStatLab MyStatLab is an online homework tutorial and assessment program designed to work with this text to engage students and improve results. Within its structured environment students practice what they learn test their understanding and pursue a personalized study plan that helps them absorb course material and understand difficult concepts. For this edition new web apps with complementary exercises a tightly integrated video program and strong exercise coverage enhance student learning. Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; MyLab & Mastering does not come packaged with this content. Students if interested in purchasing this title with MyLab & Mastering ask your instructor for the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors contact your Pearson representative for more information. If you would like to purchase boththe physical text and MyLab & Mastering search for: 0134101677 / 9780134101675 Statistics Plus New MyStatLab with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package Package consists of: 0321847997 / 9780321847997 My StatLab Glue-in Access Card 032184839X / 9780321848390 MyStatLab Inside Sticker for Glue-In Packages 0321997832 / 9780321997838 Statistics: The Art and Science of Learning from Data