A First Course In Mathematical Statistics
by C.E. Weatherburn
Publisher: Cambridge University Press 1961
ISBN/ASIN: 0521091586
Number of pages: 302
Description:
This book provides the mathematical foundations of statistics. Its aim is to explain the principles, to prove the formulae to give validity to the methods employed in the interpretation of statistical data. Many examples are included but, since the primary emphasis is on the underlying theory, it is of interest to students of a wide variety of subjects.
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