Elementary Probability

by David Stirzaker

Overview

This fully revised and updated new edition of the well established textbook affords a clear introduction to the theory of probability. Topics covered include conditional probability, independence, discrete and continuous random variables, generating functions and limit theorems, and an introduction to Markov chains. The text is accessible to undergraduate students and provides numerous examples and exercises to help develop the important skills necessary for problem solving. First Edition Hb (1994): 0-521-42028-8 First Edition Pb (1994): 0-521-42183-7

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780521833448
Publisher:	Cambridge University Press
Publication date:	08/18/2003
Edition description:	Revised Edition
Pages:	538
Product dimensions:	7.32(w) x 10.31(h) x 1.65(d)

Table of Contents

1. Probability; 2. Conditional probability and independence; 3. Counting; 4. Random variables: distribution and expectation; 5. Random vectors: independence and dependence; 6. Generating functions and their applications; 7. Continuous random variables; 8. Jointly continuous random variables; 9. Markov chains; Appendix.

Editorial Reviews

"...this book is a superb resource of theory and application. You may never need to buy another book on probability." The Mathematical Gazette

"Excellent! A vast number of well-chosen worked examples and exercises guide the reader through the basic theory of probability at the elementary level....an excellent text." International Statistics Institute

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