Elementary Probability for Applications - Rilegato

Durrett, Rick

Rilegato

ISBN 10: 0521867568 ISBN 13: 9780521867566

Casa editrice: Cambridge University Press, 2009

Riassunto

This clear and lively introduction to probability theory concentrates on the results that are the most useful for applications, including combinatorial probability and Markov chains. Concise and focused, it is designed for a one-semester introductory course in probability for students who have some familiarity with basic calculus. Reflecting the author's philosophy that the best way to learn probability is to see it in action, there are more than 350 problems and 200 examples. The examples contain all the old standards such as the birthday problem and Monty Hall, but also include a number of applications not found in other books, from areas as broad ranging as genetics, sports, finance, and inventory management.

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Recensione

'The book has a nice interplay between probability modeling and scientific applications, whether from biology, sports, or discussions of China's one-child policy. Many of the examples are thought provoking, including ones on DNA samples for paternity cases and others about the O. J. Simpson trial. As an instructor, I enjoy digging into these examples in class. And the large selection of interesting problems builds basic skills and deepens or extends the main ideas.' Professor Michael Phelan, University of California, Irvine

Descrizione del libro

This is a perfect one-semester introduction to probability, for students who are familiar with basic calculus. The lively style reflects the author's philosophy that the best way to learn probability is to see it in action, and he gives over 200 examples from genetics, sports, finance, and current events.

Dettagli dell?edizione

• Editore: Cambridge University Press
• Data di pubblicazione: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0521867568
• ISBN 13: 9780521867566
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Lingua: Inglese
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 254