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Автор: Robert B. Gramacy
Издательство: CRC Press
Год: 2026
Страниц: 383
Язык: английский
Формат: pdf (true), epub
Размер: 18.8 MB
Monty the Null Hippopotamus: Exploring Statistical Foundations Through Simulation offers a revolutionary approach to introductory statistics for students who grew up in the computing age. Breaking away from the traditional formula-memorization approach that makes Stat 101 a dreaded requirement, the book emphasizes computational thinking and conceptual understanding through hands-on coding examples. The aim is to make statistics accessible and engaging by leveraging modern computing power rather than the tedium of punching numbers into calculators or flipping through pages of tables. The book covers foundational statistical concepts through advanced topics including nonparametric methods and regression analysis, all presented through a computational lens that prioritizes process over precision. You must have some experience coding. The book is written to help you learn R. Supplementary Python is also provided. You need not be an expert in either, but some familiarity will help. This book is designed for undergraduate students comfortable with probability, calculus, and basic programming. It serves as an ideal text for introductory statistics courses, and is equally valuable for graduate students from non-statistical backgrounds seeking a modern foundation in statistical thinking.
