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Author Jaynes, E. T. (Edwin T.), author.

Title Probability theory : the logic of science / E.T. Jaynes ; edited by G. Larry Bretthorst.

Publication Info. Cambridge, UK ; New York, NY : Cambridge University Press, 2003.

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Description 1 online resource (xxix, 727 pages)
Physical Medium polychrome
Description text file
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 705-720) and indexes.
Contents Cover; Half-title; Title; Copyright; Dedication; Contents; Editor's foreword; Preface; Part 1 Principles and elementary applications; Part 2 Advanced applications; Appendix A Other approaches to probability theory; Appendix B Mathematical formalities and style; Appendix C Convolutions and cumulants; References; Bibliography; Author index; Subject index.
Summary A comprehensive introduction to the role of probability theory in general scientific endeavour. This book provides an original interpretation of probability theory, showing the subject to be an extension of logic, and presenting new results and applications. Ideal for scientists working in any area involving inference from incomplete information.
Local Note eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America
Subject Probabilities.
Probabilities.
Genre/Form Electronic books.
Added Author Bretthorst, G. Larry, editor.
Other Form: Print version: Jaynes, E.T. (Edwin T.). Probability theory. Cambridge, UK ; New York, NY : Cambridge University Press, 2003 0521592712 (DLC) 2002071486 (OCoLC)49859931
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