Introduction to Probability

Name: Introduction to Probability
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ISBN: 9780120885954

ISBN-10: 0120885956

ISBN-13: 9780120885954

Edition: 2007

Authors: George G. Roussas, George G. Roussas

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Introduction to Probability is based on the first eight chapters of the existing book "An Intoduction to Probability and Statistical Inference". This text features exceptionally clear explanations of the mathematics of probability theory and explores its many diverse applications through numerous interesting and motivational examples. It provides clear, complete explanations to fully explain mathematical concepts Well-respected author known for great exposition and readability Many real world examples Attention to pedagogy including follow up Chapter Summaries

Book details

List price: $102.00
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology
Publication date: 10/19/2006
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 400
Size: 7.52" wide x 9.25" long x 0.41" tall
Weight: 2.178
Language: English




Some Motivating Examples



Some Fundamental Concepts



The Concept of Probability and Basic Results



Conditional Probability and Independence



Numerical Characteristics of a Random Variable



Some Special Distributions



Joint Probability Density Function of Two Random Variables and Related Quantities



Joint Moment Generating Function, Covariance and Correlation Coefficient of Two Random Variables



Some Generalizations to k Random Variables, and Three Multivariate Distributions



Independence of Random Variables and Some Applications



Transformation of Random Variables



Two Modes of Convergence, the Weak Law of Large Numbers, the Central Limit Theorem, and Further Results



An Overview of Statistical Inference


Appendix Tables


Some Notation and Abbreviations


Answers to the Even-numbered Exercises