Essentials of Statistics for Business and Economics
By Jeffrey D. Camm, James J. Cochran, Michael J. Fry, Jeffrey W. Ohlmann, David R. Anderson, Dennis J. Sweeney, Thomas A. Williams
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Camm/Cochran/Fry/Ohlmann/Anderson/Sweeney/Williams' market-leading ESSENTIALS OF STATISTICS FOR BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS, 10E draws from the authors’ unmatched experience to introduce the most important elements of statistics using clear methodology, a proven problem-scenario approach and meaningful applications that demonstrate how statistical information impacts business decisions. More than 350 real and updated business examples, new and relevant cases and hands-on exercises present the latest statistical data with unwavering accuracy. Step-by-step instructions for Excel®, the latest JMP® Student Edition and R guide students in using this business software for data analysis. WebAssign allows you to deliver online activities, secure testing, an eBook and student study resources. Whether building their prerequisite knowledge or honing their problem-solving skills, you have flexible, rich content to fuel deeper student learning and confidence with this essentials approach.
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Camm/Cochran/Fry/Ohlmann/Anderson/Sweeney/Williams' market-leading ESSENTIALS OF STATISTICS FOR BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS, 10E draws from the authors’ unmatched experience to introduce the most important elements of statistics using clear methodology, a proven problem-scenario approach and meaningful applications that demonstrate how statistical information impacts business decisions. More than 350 real and updated business examples, new and relevant cases and hands-on exercises present the latest statistical data with unwavering accuracy. Step-by-step instructions for Excel®, the latest JMP® Student Edition and R guide students in using this business software for data analysis. WebAssign allows you to deliver online activities, secure testing, an eBook and student study resources. Whether building their prerequisite knowledge or honing their problem-solving skills, you have flexible, rich content to fuel deeper student learning and confidence with this essentials approach.
APPENDICES AND FIGURES HIGHLIGHT TODAY'S LATEST PROFESSIONAL SOFTWARE. All step-by-step instructions in this edition's software appendices and all textbook figures featuring software output now reference the latest versions of Excel, JMP® Student Edition and R (online only). Students gain important hands-on experience using these popular professional statistical analysis software tools.
ENGAGING CASE PROBLEMS PROVIDE ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO PRACTICE SKILLS. Approximately 50 case problems in this edition provide students with opportunities to put what they’ve learned into action. Students work on more complex problems, analyze larger data sets and prepare managerial reports based on the results of their analyses.
INTRIGUING EXAMPLES INCORPORATE REAL MEANINGFUL DATA. More than 100 new examples and exercises incorporate real data and reference timely sources to bring statistical concepts to life. The authors draw data from sources used by The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Barron's and other leading publications. Using actual studies and applications, the authors present clear explanations and create exercises that demonstrate the many uses of statistics in business and economics today. In total, this edition provides more than 350 helpful examples and exercises.
TRUSTED TEAM OF DISTINGUISHED AUTHORS ENSURES THE MOST ACCURATE, PROVEN ESSENTIALS PRESENTATION. Prominent leaders and active consultants in business and statistics, this edition's authors Jeffrey D. Camm, James J. Cochran, Michael J. Fry, Jeffrey W. Ohlmann, David R. Anderson, Dennis J. Sweeney and Thomas A. Williams work seamlessly to deliver an accurate, real-world presentation of statistical concepts that you can trust to deliver accuracy and comprehensive, engaging content.
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