Kniha je určena pro dvousemestrální studium statistiky na školách ekonomického a podnikatelského směru. Záměrem autorů (pozn.: spoluautorem knihy je Ronův bratr Tom) je představit statistiku zajímavým a zároveň praktickým i srozumitelným způsobem.
An updated and revised edition of the popular introduction to statistics for students of economics or business, suitable for a one- or two-semester course. Presents an approach that is generally available only in much more advanced texts, yet uses the simplest mathematics consistent with a sound presentation. This Fifth Edition includes a wealth of new problems and examples (many of them real-life problems drawn from the literature) to support the theoretical discussion. Emphasizes the regression model, including nonlinear and multiple regression. Topics covered include randomization to eliminate bias, exploratory data analysis, graphs, expected value in bidding, the bootstrap, path analysis, robust estimation, maximum likelihood estimation and Bayesian estimation and decisions.
Presenting the fundamentals of microeconomics, the Fourth Edition retains the strengths of the previous editions, but now integrates economic principles with their policy implications, in many cases using a specific illustration to introduce an abstract idea. Naturally, the authors emphasize the importance of switching'' in explaining demand and supply; however, it goes beyond most others to provide more detail and tighter explanation of what the aggregate demand and aggregate supply curves look like and why, making an introduction to macroeconomics much easier. In addition, the Fourth Edition places a greater emphasis on the international aspects of modern economies. Includes examples, applications, graphs, table, and exercises.
This Fourth Edition includes new sections on graphs, robust estimation, expected value and the bootstrap, in addition to new material on the use of computers. The regression model is well covered, including both nonlinear and multiple regression.