Introduction to the Theory of Statistical Inference

Abstract: ... it provides in-depth explanations, complete with proofs, of how statistics works. ... The book has several user-friendly aspects. One is the use of eight example data sets to illustrate the theory throughout the text. This repeated use of the same examples allows readers to focus their energy on applying a theoretical point under discussion to a familiar example rather than having to first become acquainted with a new example. Another big help are the detailed solutions provided for the problems that appear at the end of each chapter. ... Also helpful: Theoretical or difficult material that can