Kaiser Fung

This title offers an infinitely entertaining look at everyday statistics that help readers beat the odds - at work, play, and life!

What are the chances that you'll strike it rich? That you'll get to work on time? That your kids will get to ride Space Mountain in under 90 minutes? Whether you're good at math or not, numbers play a huge role in life.

This endlessly fascinating book by renowned statistician Kaiser Fung reveals the everyday applications of statistics in action, from stock charts and test scores, to theme parks and traffic jams.

You'll discover what it means to be an 'average Joe', how Disney calculates waiting times, and why highway engineers build ramps.

You'll also learn behind-the-scenes, time-saving business tips, calculated stock risks, and odds-on lottery strategies. It's one wild ride on the number-crunching rollercoaster that adds up to one terrific read.

2010 9780071626538 208pp