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Introduction to Probability

Authors

David F. Anderson, University of Wisconsin, Madison, Timo Seppäläinen, University of Wisconsin, Madison, Benedek Valkó, University of Wisconsin, Madison
Published 2017

Description

This classroom-tested textbook is an introduction to probability theory, with the right balance between mathematical precision, probabilistic intuition, and concrete applications. Introduction to Probability covers the material precisely, while avoiding excessive technical details. After introducing the basic vocabulary of randomness, including events, probabilities, and random variables, the text offers the reader a first glimpse of the major theorems of the subject: the law of large numbers and the central limit theorem. The important probability distributions are introduced organically as they…

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Key features

  • Presented in full color and written in an accessible way, the text provides a comprehensive and well-balanced introduction to probability
  • Pedagogical features include numerous examples to illustrate concepts and theory, over 600 exercises of varying levels, and separate 'Finer Points' sections for technical details
  • An instructor's manual is available online with detailed solutions to selected problems and further guidance for using the book in a course

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