

Each procedure box has a brief identifying title followed by a statement of its purpose (why it's used), the assumptions for its use (when it's used), and the steps for applying the procedure (how it's used).

New and Updated Exercises: Neil Weiss has updated exercises (and relevant data sets) where appropriate and has provided many new exercises in this edition.New Case Studies: More than one-third of the chapter opener case studies are new and updated.The text thoroughly explains and illustrates concepts through an abundance of worked out examples.

Students find the book readable and clear, and the math level is right for the diverse population that takes the introductory statistics course. ES has a reputation for being thorough and precise, and for using real data extensively. Elementary Statistics is appropriate for a one-semester introductory statistics course, with an algebra prerequisite.
