Reasoning with Statistics: How to Read Quantitative Research

Designed to help students gain sufficient knowledge of statistical methods to intelligently read quantitative research in fields ranging from chemistry to speech. No prior background in statistics or advanced mathematics in required. Sections emphasize the contrast between descriptive and hypothesis-testing. A new sample data set is included, and Cluster Analysis is added as a topic. Useful references include an index of key terms, a glossary of symbols, and appendices.