The theory of probability and the law of error
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The theory of probability and the law of error
(F.Y. Edgeworth, writings in probability, statistics, and economics / edited by Charles Robert McCann, Jr, v. 1)(An Elgar reference collection)
E. Elgar, c1996
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Includes index
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Description
This important three volume set is a collection of Edgeworth's published writings in the areas of statistics and probability. There is a newly-emerging interest in probability theory as a basis for economic thought and this collection makes the writings of Edgeworth more accessible.A new introduction written by the editor covers the biographical details, a brief abstract of each of the articles and the basis of their selection is also included.
Table of Contents
Contents: Volume I: Acknowledgements Introduction Part I: Probability Part II: The Law of Error Name Index * Volume II: The Theory of Statistics Name Index * Volume III: Part I: Applications of Probability and Statistical Theory to Economics and the Social Sciences Part II: Applications of Probability and Statistical Theory to Physics, Chemistry and Biology Part III: Applications of Probability and Statistical Theory to Education Part IV: Applications of Probability and Statistical Theory to Psychical Research Index
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