How Long to Read Introduction to Probability

How Long Does it Take to Read Introduction to Probability?

It takes the average reader 9 hours and 22 minutes to read Introduction to Probability by George G. Roussas

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Introduction to Probability, Second Edition, discusses probability theory in a mathematically rigorous, yet accessible way. This one-semester basic probability textbook explains important concepts of probability while providing useful exercises and examples of real world applications for students to consider. This edition demonstrates the applicability of probability to many human activities with examples and illustrations. After introducing fundamental probability concepts, the book proceeds to topics including conditional probability and independence; numerical characteristics of a random variable; special distributions; joint probability density function of two random variables and related quantities; joint moment generating function, covariance and correlation coefficient of two random variables; transformation of random variables; the Weak Law of Large Numbers; the Central Limit Theorem; and statistical inference. Each section provides relevant proofs, followed by exercises and useful hints. Answers to even-numbered exercises are given and detailed answers to all exercises are available to instructors on the book companion site. This book will be of interest to upper level undergraduate students and graduate level students in statistics, mathematics, engineering, computer science, operations research, actuarial science, biological sciences, economics, physics, and some of the social sciences. Demonstrates the applicability of probability to many human activities with examples and illustrations Discusses probability theory in a mathematically rigorous, yet accessible way Each section provides relevant proofs, and is followed by exercises and useful hints Answers to even-numbered exercises are provided and detailed answers to all exercises are available to instructors on the book companion site

How long is Introduction to Probability?

Introduction to Probability by George G. Roussas is 547 pages long, and a total of 140,579 words.

This makes it 185% the length of the average book. It also has 172% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Introduction to Probability Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 12 hours and 48 minutes to read Introduction to Probability aloud.

What Reading Level is Introduction to Probability?

Introduction to Probability is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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