Oxford Dictionary of Statistics

Description

This wide-ranging, jargon-free dictionary contains over 2,300 entries on all aspects of statistics, including terms used in computing, mathematics, and probability. It also includes biographical information on over 200 key figures in the field and coverage of statistical journals and societies. While embracing the whole multi-disciplinary spectrum of this complex subject, information is presented in a clear and practical manner. This edition features recommended web links for many entries, accessible via the Dictionary of Statistics website, which provide valuable extra information.

This edition features expanded coverage of applied statistics. Entries are generously illustrated with 130 useful figures and diagrams, and include worked examples where applicable. Appendices include a historical calendar of important statistical events, lists of statistical and mathematical notation, and statistical tables. It is an invaluable dictionary for statistics students and professionals from a wide range of disciplines, including economics, politics, market research, medicine, psychology, pharmaceuticals, and mathematics, and provides a clear introduction to the subject for the general reader.

Key Features

• Contains over 2,300 jargon-free entries, including expanded coverage of applied statistics
• Many illustrative examples, giving entries a practical context
• Includes over 200 biographies of key figures in statistics
• Web links for many entries, accessible via the Dictionary of Statistics companion website
• Multi-disciplinary coverage: useful to students of many subjects, including statistics, economics, politics, medicine, and mathematics
• Includes appendices of mathematical and statistical notation, and statistical tables

Table of Contents

1. Preface
2. Abbreviations in biographies
3. Dictionary
4. Appendices
5. Statistical Notation
6. Mathematical Notation
7. Greek Letters
8. Upper-Tail Percentage Points for the Standard Normal Distribution
9. The Standard Normal Distribution Function
10. Percentage Points for the t-Distribution
11. Percentage Points for the F-Distribution
12. Percentage Points for the Chi-Squared Distribution
13. Pseudo-Random Numbers
14. Selected Landmarks in the Development of Statistics
15. Honours and Awards
16. Further Reference

Editor Biography

Graham Upton, Professor in Statistics, University of Essex

Ian Cook, Formerly Senior Lecturer, the University of Essex