Practical Statistics for Geographers and Earth Scientists

Practical Statistics for Geographers and Earth Scientists
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 385
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ISBN-10 : 9781119957027
ISBN-13 : 1119957028
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Download or read book Practical Statistics for Geographers and Earth Scientists written by Nigel Walford and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-07-05 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Practical Statistics for Geographers and Earth Scientists provides an introductory guide to the principles and application of statistical analysis in context. This book helps students to gain the level of competence in statistical procedures necessary for independent investigations, field-work and other projects. The aim is to explain statistical techniques using data relating to relevant geographical, geospatial, earth and environmental science examples, employing graphics as well as mathematical notation for maximum clarity. Advice is given on asking the appropriate preliminary research questions to ensure that the correct data is collected for the chosen statistical analysis method. The book offers a practical guide to making the transition from understanding principles of spatial and non-spatial statistical techniques to planning a series analyses and generating results using statistical and spreadsheet computer software. Learning outcomes included in each chapter International focus Explains the underlying mathematical basis of spatial and non-spatial statistics Provides an geographical, geospatial, earth and environmental science context for the use of statistical methods Written in an accessible, user-friendly style Datasets available on accompanying website at www.wiley.com/go/Walford


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Practical Statistics for Geographers and Earth Scientists
Language: en
Pages: 385
Authors: Nigel Walford
Categories: Science
Type: BOOK - Published: 2011-07-05 - Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

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