Biostatistics for the Biological and Health Sciences, 2nd edition

Published by Pearson (December 11, 2020) © 2018

  • Marc M. Triola NYU School of Medicine
  • Mario F. Triola Dutchess Community College
  • Jason Roy Rutgers University

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Title overview

For courses in Biostatistics.


Real-world applications connect statistical concepts to everyday life.

Biostatistics for the Biological and Health Sciences uses a variety of real-world applications to bring statistical theories and methods to life. Through these examples and a friendly writing style, the 2nd Edition ensures that students understand concepts and develop skills in critical thinking, technology, and communication. The result of collaboration between two biological sciences experts and the author of the #1 statistics book in the country, Biostatistics for the Biological and Health Sciences provides an excellent introduction to statistics for students studying the biological, life, medical, and health sciences.

 

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Table of contents

  • 1.      Introduction to Statistics
  • 2.      Exploring Data with Tables and Graphs
  • 3.      Describing, Exploring, and Comparing Data
  • 4.      Probability
  • 5.      Discrete Probability Distributions
  • 6.      Normal Probability Distributions
  • 7.      Estimating Parameters and Determining Sample Sizes
  • 8.      Hypothesis Testing
  • 9.      Inferences from Two Samples
  • 10.   Correlation and Regression
  • 11.   Goodness-of-Fit and Contingency Tables
  • 12.   Analysis of Variance
  • 13.   Nonparametric Tests
  • 14.   Survival Analysis

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