Pawitan, Yudi
Philosophies, Puzzles and Paradoxes: A Statistician's Search for Truth
- ISBN 13:
- 9781032377391
- author:
- Pawitan, Yudi
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Chapman & Hall/CRC
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 331
- Dimensions:
- 23.3 x 15.6 x 1.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Professional & Vocational, Nonfiction, Psychology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Exploring the intersection of mathematics and statistics, this book delves into the distinct philosophical approaches to statistics, including Bayesian, frequentist, and likelihood methods. The author examines how different interpretations of probability and uncertainty shape these approaches, highlighting the role of context and personal biases in interpretation.
Through a series of puzzles and paradoxes, the book illustrates the complexities of statistical interpretation, demonstrating how subtle differences in perspective can lead to varying conclusions. This thought-provoking examination of statistical philosophy is sure to appeal to anyone interested in the foundations of statistical inquiry.
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