Book Description:
“Master statistics with ‘Basic Statistics for Business and Economics’ 8th Edition by Lind, Marchal, and Wathen. Ideal for students in business and economics, this book offers a clear introduction to essential concepts, enhanced by new chapters, updated examples, and comprehensive exercises.”
Basic Statistics For Business And Economics
Authors: Douglas A. Lind, William G. Marchal, Samuel Adam Wathen
ISBN: 978-1260187502
Edition: 8th Edition
Language: English
Basic Statistics for Business and Economics 8th Edition, penned by experts Douglas Lind, William Marchal, and Samuel Wathen, stands as a foundational text in statistics geared towards students in business, economics, and the social sciences. This edition is recognized for its reader-friendly approach and precise elucidation of fundamental concepts. It maintains a well-balanced discussion on theoretical and practical applications while prioritizing statistical literacy.
With the addition of Samuel Wathen as a new co-author, this version has been extensively revised to integrate the most contemporary advancements in statistics, featuring new examples, exercises, and case studies that enrich learning and application.
Key updates and enhancements in the 8th Edition include:
- Inclusion of a novel chapter on Exploratory Data Analysis
- Enhanced sections on probability, sampling, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing
- A fresh collection of examples, exercises, and case studies distributed across the book
- An overhauled and enriched Instructor’s Manual providing comprehensive solutions to exercises and test questions