Intermediate Statistics For Dummies
Chapter One
Beyond Number Crunching: The
Art and Science of Data Analysis
In This Chapter
* Realizing your role as a data analyst
* Avoiding statistical faux pas
* Delving into the jargon of intermediate statistics
Because you're reading this book, you're likely familiar with the basics
of statistics. You're now ready to take it up a notch. That next level
involves using what you know, picking up a few more tools and techniques
at the intermediate level, and finally putting it all to use to help you answer
more realistic questions by using real data.
In statistical terms, you're ready to enter the world of the data analyst. This
world's an exciting one, with many options to explore and many tools available.
But, as you may have guessed, you have to navigate this world very
carefully, choosing the right methods for each situation. In this book, you can
see that I'm including the underlying theories and ideas behind the methods
where necessary to help you make good decisions - and not just get into the
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