Statistics

 

Statistics

This mathematical specialty is the study of probability theory and the application of statistical methods for performing studies of complex systems. The statistician will be familiar with the use of various statistical models and techniques for evaluating sampled data. He will be able to plan sampling methods for measuring specific information. He can compute the mathematical likelihood of an event, given sufficient information. Statistics is broadly applicable to a number of other scientific fields, including economics, materials studies, medicine, psychology, and sociology. He can work in such fields as Actuarial Science, Market Research, Medical Research, Social Studies, and so forth.


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