Mathematics of chance /
Mathematics of Chance utilizes simple, real-world problems-some of which have only recently been solved-to explain fundamental probability theorems, methods, and statistical reasoning. Jiri Andel begins with a basic introduction to probability theory and its important points before moving on to more...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
| Language Notes: | English. |
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New York :
Wiley,
©2001.
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| Series: | Wiley series in probability and statistics.
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| Online Access: | Connect to the full text of this electronic book |
| Summary: | Mathematics of Chance utilizes simple, real-world problems-some of which have only recently been solved-to explain fundamental probability theorems, methods, and statistical reasoning. Jiri Andel begins with a basic introduction to probability theory and its important points before moving on to more specific sections on vital aspects of probability, using both classic and modern problems. Each chapter begins with easy, realistic examples before covering the general formulations and mathematical treatments used. The reader will find ample use for a chapter devoted to matrix games and problem se. |
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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (xxiii, 233 pages) : illustrations |
| Format: | Master and use copy. Digital master created according to Benchmark for Faithful Digital Reproductions of Monographs and Serials, Version 1. Digital Library Federation, December 2002. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 223-230) and index. |
| ISBN: | 9780470317075 0470317078 9780470317914 0470317914 |