A Dictionary of Statistics

This wide-ranging, 100% jargon-free dictionary contains over 2,000 entries on all aspects of statistics, including terms used in computing, mathematics, and probability, as well as biographical information on over 200 key figures in the field, and coverage of statistical journals and societies. Embracing the whole multi-disciplinary spectrum of this complex subject, this superb reference presents information in a clear and practical manner and will prove invaluable for students and professionals from a wide range of disciplines, including economics, politics, market research, medicine, psychology, pharmaceuticals, and mathematics. This revised edition displays recommended web links for many entries, accessible via the Dictionary of Statistics website, which will be regularly updated to ensure the links are fully current, as well as provide helpful additional information. The entries are generously illustrated with 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. Fully updated and revised, The Dictionary of Statistics is an indispensable work of reference for students and professionals in fields related to statistics, and a clear introduction to the subject for the general reader.
Features

* A jargon-free statistics dictionary, containing over 2,000 entries
* Includes over 200 biographies of key figures in statistics
* Recommended web links for many entries, accessible via the Dictionary of Statistics website, provide valuable extra information
* Includes appendices of mathematical and statistical notation, and statistical tables
* Provides multi-disciplinary coverage: useful to students of many subjects, including statistics, economics, politics, medicine, and mathematics
* Offers many illustrative examples, giving entries a practical context


Table of Contents
Preface
Abbreviations in biographies
Dictionary
Appendices
Statistical Notation
Mathematical Notation
Greek Letters
Cumulative Probabilities for the Binomial Distribution
Cumulative Probabilities for the Poisson Distribution
Upper-Tail Percentage Points for the Standard Normal Distribution
The Standard Normal Distribution Function
Percentage Points for the t-Distribution
Percentage Points for the F-Distribution
Percentage Points for the Chi-Squared Distribution
Critical Values for Spearman's Rank Correlation Coefficient
Critical Values for Kendall
Critical Values for the Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient, r
Pseudo-Random Numbers
Selected Landmarks in the Development of Statistics
Honours and Awards
Further Reference