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Overview
A practical introduction to statistics that fully incorporates Microsoft Excel as the computational tool for data analysis. Detailed instructions for using Excel are built into the book. Statistical concepts are introduced through real data based examples with fully worked out solutions. Key ideas are followed immediately by Self-Test questions for practice. For those with a background in college algebra, but no previous experience with Excel is assumed.Editorials
Booknews
An introductory text/CD-ROM in statistics for students with a background in college algebra, with material on the spreadsheet application Microsoft Excel integrated throughout. Emphasis is on critical thinking and interpretation of Excel output, with each new idea introduced with data-based examples from various disciplines. Provides basic instruction on using Windows and Excel for novices, and includes chapter Excel tutorials. Other learning features are summary boxes, side bars, self-tests, problems, answers, and key terms. The CD-ROM contains Excel workbook files and files for setting up a Prentice Hall statistical add-in for Excel. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.Book Details
Published
February 2, 1999
Publisher
Upper Saddle River, N.J. : Prentice Hall, c1999.
Pages
846
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780130960832