Probability Via Expectation

Whittle, Peter

ISBN 10: 0387977643 / ISBN 13: 9780387977645

Published by Springer, 1992

Seller Inventory # 5440693-n

Synopsis:

This classic text, now in its third edition, has been widely used as an introduction to probability. Its main aim is to present a straightforward introduction to the main concepts and applications of probability at an undergraduate level. Historically, the early analysts of games of chance found the question 'What is the fair price for entering this game? as natural a question as 'What is the probability of winning it? This book differs from many textbooks in that the author takes as the starting point for the subject's development expectation rather than the traditional probability measure approach. All the main concepts of a first course in probability are covered including probability measures, independence, conditional probability, the basic limit theorems, and Markov processes. Throughout, the author stresses the importance of applications and includes numerous examples covering a range of difficulties. Little is required in the way of prerequisites - a basic exposure to calculus and matrix algebra will be sufficient for any student to enjoy this first course in probability.

From the Back Cover: This classical text, here presented in a third and completely rewritten edition, has been widely used as an introduction to probability. Its main aim is to present a straightforward introduction to the main concepts and applications of probability at an undergraduate level.All the main concepts of a first course in probability are covered including probability measures, independence, conditional probability, the basic limit theorems, and Markov processes.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Probability Via Expectation
Publisher: Springer
Publication Date: 1992
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: New
Edition: 3rd Edition