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The world is built on probability/ L. V. Tarasov

By: Material type: TextTextPublication details: Moscow: Mir Publishers, 1988Description: 190 pages: ill., 23 cmISBN:
  • 5030011242
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 23rd 519.2  T177
Summary: This book is a popular-level introduction to probability and basic statistical ideas, published in English by Mir Publishers in 1988. The book explains core probability concepts (chance, random events, distributions) using intuitive examples and illustrated demonstrations rather than heavy formalism. It aims to make probabilistic thinking accessible to readers who have some mathematical comfort but are not specialists, mixing historical notes with practical problems. Throughout the text the author emphasizes how probability underlies everyday phenomena and scientific reasoning. The volume contains about 190 pages with some color illustrations to clarify examples and concepts.
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Item type Current library Call number Status Notes Date due Barcode Item holds
Books ISI Library, Kolkata 519.2 T177 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available Gifted by Prof. Ashim Roy  C27832
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This book is a popular-level introduction to probability and basic statistical ideas, published in English by Mir Publishers in 1988. The book explains core probability concepts (chance, random events, distributions) using intuitive examples and illustrated demonstrations rather than heavy formalism. It aims to make probabilistic thinking accessible to readers who have some mathematical comfort but are not specialists, mixing historical notes with practical problems. Throughout the text the author emphasizes how probability underlies everyday phenomena and scientific reasoning. The volume contains about 190 pages with some color illustrations to clarify examples and concepts.

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