NEW TO THIS EDITION New chapter on Bayesian estimation - Includes expanded coverage of Bayesian estimation in the text\’s section on statistical inference. Integration of computer-based data and applications - Features increased use of data and the computer for calculating probabilities, analyzing data, solving problems, and conducting simulations. Application-oriented content - Features more than 100 new real-world scenarios as exercises and examples, with applications in the areas of biology, economics, health, sociology, and sports. Updated material throughout - Offers a brief history of probability in the chapter on normal distribution. Accompanying CD-ROM - Contains data sets for all examples and exercises in multiple formats accessible to Minitab, Maple, and other program users.