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A First Course In Probability - Hardcover

Ross, Sheldon M.

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9780131856622: A First Course In Probability
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0131856626 ISBN 13: 9780131856622
Publisher: Pearson College Div, 2005

Synopsis

This introduction presents the mathematical theory of probability for readers in the fields of engineering and the sciences who possess knowledge of elementary calculus. Presents new examples and exercises throughout. Offers a new section that presents an elegant way of computing the moments of random variables defined as the number of events that occur. Gives applications to binomial, hypergeometric, and negative hypergeometric random variables, as well as random variables resulting from coupon collecting and match models. Provides additional results on inclusion-exclusion identity, Poisson paradigm, multinomial distribution, and bivariate normal distribution A useful reference for engineering and science professionals.

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Publisher
Pearson College Div
Publication date
2005
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0131856626
ISBN 13 
9780131856622
Binding
Hardcover
Number of pages
565
Rating
  • 3.93 out of 5 stars
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