Elementary Probability for Applications

by Rick Durrett

Book Overview

This clear and lively introduction to probability theory concentrates on the results that are the most useful for applications, including combinatorial probability and Markov chains. Concise and focused, it is designed for a one-semester introductory course in probability for students who have some familiarity with basic calculus. Reflecting the author's philosophy that the best way to learn probability is to see it in action, there are more than...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521867568
• ISBN13: 9780521867566
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 254 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.6" x 10.1"