The Concise Encyclopedia of Statistics presents the essential information about statistical
tests concepts and analytical methods in language that is accessible to practitioners and
students of the vast community using statistics in medicine engineering physical science
life science social science and business economics. The reference is alphabetically arranged
to provide quick access to the fundamental tools of statistical methodology and biographies of
famous statisticians. The more than 500 entries include definitions history mathematical
details limitations examples references and further readings. All entries include
cross-references as well as the key citations. The back matter includes a timeline of
statistical inventions. This reference will be an enduring resource for locating convenient
overviews about this essential field of study.
