Essentials of Biostatistics

Essentials of Biostatistics Conceptually simple and easy to understand this introductory textbook is designed to provide the beginners with an insight into the basics of statistics with a working knowledge of this subject–what it is; how and when to apply statistical techniques to decision-making situations and how to interpret the results obtained. This textbook is useful for the students who are in various fields of science especially the medical students. The text includes virtually all the important statistical aids with special emphasis on the basic research methodology, statistical inference and application of the statistical tools for the analysis. A mathematical background is not a prerequisite and the students will not be introduced by complex mathematical notations. Each chapter is supported by simple and understandable equations and worked out examples. On completing the study of this book, the reader would have acquired a good intuitive grasp of the subject enabling him/her to use statistics creatively and productively.