Introduction to Probability

By Douglas G. Kelly

Designed for post-calculus undergraduate probability courses. This text thoroughly covers the concepts of probability, random variables, distributions, expected value, and the ramifications and applications of limit theorems. The text focuses on theory motivated by applications, especially in statistical inference and stochastic processes. Numerous examples and exercises accompany the text's accessible expository style. The author carefully builds student understanding by progressively reinforcing concepts and moving from concrete fundamentals to more abstract material. The topics are arranged so key concepts are introduced early. Standard distributions are introduced in the first chapter and are referred to throughout the book. The author's evenhanded treatment of this subject avoids overwhelming students in the first one or two chapters.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0023631457
• ISBN13: 9780023631450
• Release Date: November 1993
• Publisher: Pearson
• Length: 632 Pages
• Weight: 2.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.6" x 9.5"

Customer Reviews

Great basic book

When I had the author as an instructor in 1997 I didn't give the book enough credit (thinking it's because he's teaching out of his own book that things seem so clear)... Several years later, with a library of reference books on various topics of statistics, I still recommend this book as one of the best for those seeking a grounding in the basics without measure theory.

Good Intro to Probability book

I'm a Math and Stat major, and I really liked the format of this book. My professor liked it becuase she noticed that there were no errors in the key at the end of every chapter. Great book that helps you learn!