Elementary Statistics, Seventh Edition, is appropriate for someone learning introductory statistics who has experience with algebra. Elementary Statistics is thorough and precise, and uses real data extensively. Readers find the book readable and clear, and they appreciate that the math level is right for a diverse population. The book thoroughly explains then illustrates concepts through an abundance of worked-out examples. The Nature of Statistics; Descriptive Statistics; Organizing Data; Descriptive Measures; Descriptive Methods in Regression and Correlation; Probability and Random Variables; The Normal Distribution; The Sampling Distribution of the Sample Mean; Inferential Statistics; Confidence Intervals for One Population Mean; Hypothesis Tests for One Population Mean; Inferences for Two Population Means; Inferences for Population Proportions; Chi-Square Procedures; Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)
Neil A. Weiss received his Ph.D. from UCLA in 1970 and subsequently accepted an assistant-professor position at Arizona State University (ASU), where he was ultimately promoted to the rank of full professor. Dr. Weiss has taught statistics, probability, and mathematics—from the freshman level to the advanced graduate level—for more than 30 years. In recognition of his excellence in teaching, he received the
Dean’s Quality Teaching Award from the ASU College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Dr. Weiss’ comprehensive knowledge and experience ensures that his texts are mathematically and statistically accurate, as well as pedagogically sound.
In addition to his numerous research publications, Dr. Weiss is the author of A Course in Probability (Addison-Wesley, 2006). He has also authored or coauthored books in finite mathematics, statistics, and real analysis, and is currently working on a new book on applied regression analysis and the analysis of variance. His texts—well known for their precision, readability, and pedagogical excellence—are used worldwide.
Dr. Weiss is a pioneer of the integration of statistical software into textbooks and the classroom, first providing such integration over 20 years ago in the book Introductory Statistics (Addison-Wesley, 1982). Weiss and Addison-Wesley continue that pioneering spirit to this day with the inclusion of some of the most comprehensive Web sites in the field.
In his spare time, Dr. Weiss enjoys walking, studying and practicing meditation, and playing hold ’em poker. He is married and has two sons.
