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What are the chances that you’ll strike it rich? That you’ll get to work on time?
That your kids will get to ride Space Mountain in under 90 minutes? Whether
you’re good at math or not, numbers play a huge role in life. This endlessly
fascinating book by renowned statistician Kaiser Fung reveals the everyday
applications of statistics in action, from stock charts and test scores, to theme
parks and traffic jams. You`ll discover what it means to be an “average Joe,”
how Disney calculates waiting times, and why highway engineers build ramps.
You’ll also learn behind-the-scenes, time-saving business tips, calculated
stock risks, and odds-on lottery strategies. It’s one wild ride on the numbercrunching
rollercoaster that adds up to one terrific read.
ISBN - 9780071067164
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Pages : 224
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