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The Art of Statistics: Learning from Data
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Demystifying data with real-world statistical insights.
If you're looking to cut through the noise and truly understand the stories that numbers tell, "The Art of Statistics" by David Spiegelhalter could be your compass. It's not just about figures and charts; it's a revelation that statistics, when mastered, can lay bare the truths hidden in data, from healthcare to environmental issues. This book invites you to look at everyday stats with a new, more informed eye — a skill increasingly valuable in our data-driven age.
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ISBN: 9780241258767
Authors:
David Spiegelhalter
Publisher: Penguin Random House UK
Date of Publication: 2020-12-25
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 4.16
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Demystifying data with real-world statistical insights.
If you're looking to cut through the noise and truly understand the stories that numbers tell, "The Art of Statistics" by David Spiegelhalter could be your compass. It's not just about figures and charts; it's a revelation that statistics, when mastered, can lay bare the truths hidden in data, from healthcare to environmental issues. This book invites you to look at everyday stats with a new, more informed eye — a skill increasingly valuable in our data-driven age.
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