The Practice of Statistics

by Starnes, Daren; Tabor, Josh

• ISBN13: 9781319113339
• ISBN10: 1319113338
• Edition: 6th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2018-01-12
• Publisher: MPS HIGH SCHOOL

About This Book

The Practice of Statistics for AP Examination, 6th Edition

The Practice of Statistics for AP Examination is a comprehensive textbook designed specifically to address the College Board AP Statistics Course Description. This book is a go-to resource for high school students and educators alike, offering a detailed exploration of statistical principles and meeting the scope and sequence requirements for typical introductory statistics courses.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in AP Statistics courses at the high school level. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the basics of statistics, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of statistical concepts.

History and Editions

The 6th edition of The Practice of Statistics has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on statistical methods. This edition includes detailed updates on problem-solving strategies and test preparation techniques, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the AP Statistics exam. The book features a dramatically enhanced suite of media tools, including examples with paired “Try” problems and over 1600 practice problems.

Author and Other Works

Daren S. Starnes and Josh Tabor are the authors of The Practice of Statistics. Daren Starnes is known for his ability to explain complex statistical concepts clearly and simply, while Josh Tabor brings his expertise in teaching high school students to the text, ensuring that it remains engaging and effective.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in statistics, including detailed explanations and examples.
• Problem-Solving Strategies: The text includes 175 worked examples that are mapped to parallel exercises, offering students both practice and support.
• Test Preparation Features: The book provides comprehensive Check Your Understanding sections at the end of each chapter, helping students prepare for the AP Statistics exam.
• Interactive Tools: The text is designed to be highly interactive, with backward/forwards navigation systems ensuring that students can easily find guided help when needed.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781319113339
• eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781319121570
• eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781319524203
• Loose-leaf: Not available
• Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: W.H. Freeman & Company
• Publication Date: 2018
• Number of Pages: 837
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

The 5th edition of The Practice of Statistics also exists, which includes new problem-solving and test preparation features, but the 6th edition is the most recent and comprehensive version.

Related ISBNs:

• ISBN-13: 9781319233785 (Digital Options)
• ISBN-13: 9781319209902 (Bound Text)
• ISBN-13: 9781319524203 (eTextbook)

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for The Practice of Statistics, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Table of Contents

About the Authors
Acknowledgments
To the Student
Overview: What Is Statistics?

1 Data Analysis
Introduction: The Science and Art of Data
1.1 Analyzing Categorical Data
1.2 Displaying Quantitative Data with Graphs
1.3 Describing Quantitative Data with Numbers
Chapter 1 Wrap-Up
Free Response AP® Problem, Yay!
Chapter 1 Review
Chapter 1 Review Exercises
Chapter 1 AP® Statistics Practice Test
Chapter Project

2 Modeling Distributions of Data
Introduction
2.1 Describing Location in a Distribution
2.2 Density Curves and Normal Distributions
Chapter 2 Wrap-Up
Free Response AP® Problem, Yay!
Chapter 2 Review
Chapter 2 Review Exercises
Chapter 2 AP® Statistics Practice Test

3 Describing Relationships
Introduction
3.1 Scatterplots and Correlation
3.2 Least-Squares Regression
Chapter 3 Wrap-Up
Free Response AP® Problem, Yay!
Chapter 3 Review
Chapter 3 Review Exercises
Chapter 3 AP® Statistics Practice Test
Chapter Project

4 Collecting Data
Introduction
4.1 Sampling and Surveys
4.2 Experiments
4.3 Using Studies Wisely
Chapter 4 Wrap-Up
Free Response AP® Problem, Yay!
Chapter 4 Review
Chapter 4 Review Exercises
Chapter 4 AP® Statistics Practice Test
Chapter Project
Cumulative AP® Practice Test 1

5 Probability: What Are the Chances?
Introduction
5.1 Randomness, Probability, and Simulation
5.2 Probability Rules
5.3 Conditional Probability and Independence
Chapter 5 Wrap-Up
Free Response AP® Problem, Yay!
Chapter 5 Review
Chapter 5 Review Exercises
Chapter 5 AP® Statistics Practice Test

6 Random Variables
Introduction
6.1 Discrete and Continuous Random Variables
6.2 Transforming and Combining Random Variables
6.3 Binomial and Geometric Random Variables
Chapter 6 Wrap-Up
Free Response AP® Problem, Yay!
Chapter 6 Review
Chapter 6 Review Exercises
Chapter 6 AP® Statistics Practice Test

7 Sampling Distributions
Introduction
7.1 What Is a Sampling Distribution?
7.2 Sample Proportions
7.3 Sample Means
Chapter 7 Wrap-Up
Free Response AP® Problem, Yay!
Chapter 7 Review
Chapter 7 Review Exercises
Chapter 7 AP® Statistics Practice Test
Cumulative AP® Practice Test 2

8 Estimating with Confidence
Introduction
8.1 Confidence Intervals: The Basics
8.2 Estimating a Population Proportion
8.3 Estimating a Population Mean
Chapter 8 Wrap-Up
Free Response AP® Problem, Yay!
Chapter 8 Review
Chapter 8 Review Exercises
Chapter 8 AP® Statistics Practice Test

9 Testing a Claim
Introduction
9.1 Significance Tests: The Basics
9.2 Tests about a Population Proportion
9.3 Tests about a Population Mean
Chapter 9 Wrap-Up
Free Response AP® Problem, Yay!
Chapter 9 Review
Chapter 9 Review Exercises
Chapter 9 AP® Statistics Practice Test

10 Comparing Two Populations or Groups
Introduction
10.1 Comparing Two Proportions
10.2 Comparing Two Means
10.3 Comparing Two Means: Paired Data
Chapter 10 Wrap-Up
Free Response AP® Problem, Yay!
Chapter 10 Review
Chapter 10 Review Exercises
Chapter 10 AP® Statistics Practice Test
Chapter Project
Cumulative AP® Practice Test 3

11 Inference for Distributions of Categorical Data
Introduction
11.1 Chi-Square Tests for Goodness of Fit
11.2 Inference for Two-Way Tables
Chapter 11 Wrap-Up
Free Response AP® Problem, Yay!
Chapter 11 Review
Chapter 11 Review Exercises
Chapter 11 AP® Statistics Practice Test

12 More about Regression
Introduction
12.1 Inference for Linear Regression
12.2 Transforming to Achieve Linearity
Chapter 12 Wrap-Up
Free Response AP® Problem, Yay!
Chapter 12 Review
Chapter 12 Review Exercises
Chapter 12 AP® Statistics Practice Test
Final Project
Cumulative AP® Practice Test 4

Notes and Data Sources
Solutions
Glossary/Glosario
About the AP® Exam
Formulas for AP® Statistics Exam
Tables
Table A: Standard Normal Probabilities T-1
Table B: t Distribution Critical Values T-3
Table C: Chi-Square Distribution
Critical Values T-4
Table D: Random Digits T-5

Index
Technology Corners Reference
Inference Summary
Additional Online topics
13 Analysis of Variance
14 Multiple Linear Regression
15 Logistic Regression