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Why Should the Practitioner Know Something About Principles of Statistics

Authors: KELLY M. WEST, M.D.

Abstract

Statistical methods and analyses leave the average physician “cold,” and he has a feeling of complete inadequacy as he passes on quickly to “more interesting” phases of his reading. The author has done a service to the reader in his explanation of the “why and wherefore” of statistical analyses and a brief, practical review of certain principles which are not too complicated for understanding.

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