{"product_id":"9781449331566","title":"Head First Statistics: A Brain-Friendly Guide","description":"\u003cp\u003eWouldn't it be great if there were a statistics book that made histograms, probability distributions, and chi square analysis more enjoyable than going to the dentist? \u003cem\u003eHead First Statistics\u003c\/em\u003e brings this typically dry subject to life, teaching you everything you want and need to know about statistics through engaging, interactive, and thought-provoking material, full of puzzles, stories, quizzes, visual aids, and real-world examples.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you're a student, a professional, or just curious about statistical analysis, Head First's brain-friendly formula helps you get a firm grasp of statistics so you can understand key points and actually \u003cem\u003euse\u003c\/em\u003e them. Learn to present data visually with charts and plots; discover the difference between taking the average with mean, median, and mode, and why it's important; learn how to calculate probability and expectation; and much more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead First Statistics\u003c\/em\u003e is ideal for high school and college students taking statistics and satisfies the requirements for passing the College Board's Advanced Placement (AP) Statistics Exam. With this book, you'll:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudy the full range of topics covered in first-year statistics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTackle tough statistical concepts using Head First's dynamic, visually rich format proven to stimulate learning and help you retain knowledge \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore real-world scenarios, ranging from casino gambling to prescription drug testing, to bring statistical principles to life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover how to measure spread, calculate odds through probability, and understand the normal, binomial, geometric, and Poisson distributions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConduct sampling, use correlation and regression, do hypothesis testing, perform chi square analysis, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore you know it, you'll not only have mastered statistics, you'll also see how they work in the real world. \u003cem\u003eHead First Statistics\u003c\/em\u003e will help you pass your statistics course, and give you a firm understanding of the subject so you can apply the knowledge throughout your life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"O'Reilly Media, Incorporated","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47143130038512,"sku":"9781449331566","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781449331566_p0.jpg?v=1763831515","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781449331566","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}