Understanding Statistics: An Introduction for the Social Sciences

by Daniel B. Wright

Book Overview

In this comprehensive introduction to using statistics in the social sciences, Daniel B Wright describes the most popular statistical techniques, explaining their basic principles and demonstrating their use in a wide range of social research.

The book is divided into four sections. Part One explains the theoretical relationship between statistics and research, outlining the place of statistics in the research process and introducing hypothesis...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0803979185
• ISBN13: 9780803979185
• Release Date: December 1996
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.2" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

An excellent, easy-to-understand guide to statistics.

Since I got this book two years ago it has become well-worn with my constant thumbing through it. It has proven an invaluable resource for doing statistics in papers and reports I have been writing. I'm in graduate school studying economics, policy, environmental studies and public policy issues and this book has been very helpful in teaching me and reminding me of statistical methods to use, without overwhelming me. It's easy to read and the explanations are well thought out.