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This practical handbook presents the most relevant statistical and probabilistic machinery for use in observational astronomy. Classical parametric and non-parametric methods are covered, but there is a strong emphasis on Bayesian solutions and the importance of probability in experimental inference. Suitable for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, and professional astronomers.Wall, Jasper is the author of 'Practical Statistics for Astronomers', published 2003 under ISBN 9780521456166 and ISBN 0521456169.
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