Basic biostatistics
statistics for public health practice
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Summary
Basic Biostatistics is an introductory guide focusing on key biostatistical principles relevant to public health and biomedical fields. Emphasizing both exploratory and confirmatory statistical methods, the text covers essential topics such as sampling, exploratory data analysis, estimation, hypothesis testing, and concepts of power and precision. Organized into three parts, the book addresses foundational concepts, analytic techniques for quantitative responses, and methods for categorical responses. It includes illustrative examples and exercises, with solutions to odd-numbered problems provided, making it adaptable for varied instructional approaches. Additionally, it supports manual calculations and software tools like SPSS, StaTable, and WinPepi, allowing flexibility in learning and application.