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Book Synopsis: The best-selling author of Naked Economics defies the odds with a book about statistics that you’ll welcome and enjoy. Once considered tedious, the field of statistics is rapidly evolving into a discipline Hal Varian, chief economist at Google, has actually called “sexy.” From batting averages and political polls to game shows and medical research, the real-world application of statistics continues to grow by leaps and bounds. How can we catch schools that cheat on standardized tests? How does Netflix know which movies you’ll like? What is causing the rising incidence of autism? As best-selling author Charles Wheelan shows us in Naked Statistics, the right data and a few well-chosen statistical tools can help us answer these questions and more. For those who slept through Stats 101, this book is a lifesaver. Wheelan strips away the arcane and technical details and focuses on the underlying intuition that drives statistical analysis. He clarifies key concepts such as inference, correlation, and regression analysis, reveals how biased or careless parties can manipulate or misrepresent data, and shows us how brilliant and creative researchers are exploiting the valuable data from natural experiments to tackle thorny questions.And in Wheelan’s trademark style, there’s not a dull page in sight. You’ll encounter clever Schlitz Beer marketers leveraging basic probability, an International Sausage Festival illuminating the tenets of the central limit theorem, and a head-scratching choice from the famous game show Let’s Make a Deal—and you’ll come away with insights each time. With the wit, accessibility, and sheer fun that turned Naked Economics into a bestseller, Wheelan defies the odds yet again by bringing another essential, formerly unglamorous discipline to life.
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Are you ready to strip away the dread from data and statistics? Look no further than Naked Statistics, the captivating book by best-selling author Charles Wheelan. With a fresh and engaging approach, Wheelan takes this often tedious subject and makes it exciting and accessible to all. As Hal Varian, chief economist at Google, declares, statistics is now considered "sexy" and it's time for you to join the party.
From the realm of sports and politics to entertainment and healthcare, the real-world applications of statistics are expanding rapidly. Naked Statistics will open your eyes to the remarkable impact that data analysis can have in various fields. Curious about how Netflix accurately predicts your movie preferences or how schools caught cheating on standardized tests are exposed? Wheelan delves deep into these intriguing topics and many more.
No need to panic if you snoozed through Stats 101. Naked Statistics is your ultimate lifesaver. Wheelan takes complicated concepts like correlation, inference, and regression analysis and breaks them down into understandable pieces. He eliminates the technical jargon and focuses on the underlying intuition that drives statistical analysis. You'll gain clarity and confidence as you navigate the world of data with ease.
Prepare to be captivated by Wheelan's trademark style, where every page is brimming with wit and excitement. You'll explore examples like the clever marketers at Schlitz Beer who use probability to their advantage, witness the power of the central limit theorem at the International Sausage Festival, and ponder the puzzling choices on Let's Make a Deal. By the end, you'll emerge with new insights and a whole new appreciation for the power of statistics.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to discover the incredible possibilities that lie within data and statistics. Join Wheelan on this thrilling journey and embrace the surprising and transformative impact that statistical analysis can have. Experience the same wit and accessibility that made Naked Economics a bestseller. Get your copy of Naked Statistics today and unleash the power of data-driven knowledge.
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