William Lee Carlson Knihy

This book provides an introduction to statistical methods, complete with realistic examples. It aims to demonstrate that the methods are useful, and helps readers understand where, why and how they are used. offers exercises and graphs, covers stem and leaf diagrams, the exponential distribution, testing for normality, and partial correlation. It introduces a new chapter on the topic of statistical quality control, with examples and illustrations after the introductory statistical concepts. This edition includes changes suggested by users of the previous editions.

For business statistics courses taught in Economics and Business Schools This title is a Pearson Global Edition. The Editorial team at Pearson has worked closely with educators around the world to include content which is especially relevant to students outside the United States. A classic text for accuracy and statistical precision. Statistics for Business and Economics enables students to conduct serious analysis of applied problems rather than running simple “canned” applications. This text is also at a mathematically higher level than most business statistics texts and provides students with the knowledge they need to become stronger analysts for future managerial positions.