Statistics

In this engaging textbook, Alan Agresti and Christine A. Franklin combine extensive research with classroom insights to create an accessible introduction to statistics. Designed to foster statistical literacy, Statistics: The Art and Science of Learning from Data encourages readers to pose and solve captivating statistical questions, making the subject both approachable and rigorously informative. The text has been carefully refined for conciseness and clarity, ensuring that readers remain focused on the central ideas behind statistical analysis. With its clear explanations and thoughtful structure, the book illuminates how statistics has become a vital discipline in modern life. Rich in real-world examples, this edition features data-driven topics that bring human interest into each statistical concept. New learning objectives in the accompanying instructor’s materials and updated simulations in Chapter 7 (Sampling Distributions) further enhance the teaching and learning experience, making this book an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to master the art and science of learning from data.