Intuitive Biostatistics: A Nonmathematical Guide to Statistical Thinking, 4th Edition by Harvey Motulsky (ISBN 9780190643560) - Paperback

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Intuitive Biostatistics: A Nonmathematical Guide to Statistical Thinking, 4th Edition by Harvey Motulsky (ISBN 9780190643560)

Intuitive Biostatistics, 4th Edition by Harvey Motulsky is the definitive nontechnical introduction to understanding statistical reasoning in biomedical and social science research. Published by Oxford University Press, this updated edition simplifies complex statistical concepts into accessible language, helping readers think clearly about data, probability, and inference—without requiring a math background.

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  • Title: Intuitive Biostatistics: A Nonmathematical Guide to Statistical Thinking
  • Edition: 4th Edition
  • Author: Harvey Motulsky
  • Publisher: Oxford University Press
  • ISBN-13: 9780190643560
  • Format: Paperback / Textbook
  • Pages: 640 +
  • Price: $59.99
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Motulsky’s Intuitive Biostatistics has become a classic resource for students and professionals who want to understand statistical principles conceptually rather than computationally. It demystifies confidence intervals, P values, Bayesian reasoning, and data variability—making it a go-to companion for interpreting scientific research and performing statistical analysis confidently.

Key Features of the 4th Edition

  • Nonmathematical Approach: Explains statistical reasoning using intuition, examples, and visuals instead of equations.
  • Updated Content: Incorporates modern data practices, reproducibility, and p-value controversies.
  • Real-World Examples: Drawn from biomedical, behavioral, and social sciences for immediate relevance.
  • Comprehensive Coverage: Topics include hypothesis testing, regression, ANOVA, confidence intervals, and Bayesian analysis.
  • Pedagogical Design: Chapter summaries, key concept boxes, and illustrative charts enhance understanding.
  • Critical Thinking Focus: Encourages statistical literacy over rote formula use.

Table of Contents Highlights

  1. What Is Statistics? Thinking Intuitively About Data
  2. Probability, Randomness, and Sampling
  3. Descriptive Statistics and Data Visualization
  4. P Values, Confidence Intervals, and Statistical Significance
  5. Comparing Groups and Correlations
  6. Regression, ANOVA, and Nonparametric Tests
  7. Bayesian Thinking and Inference
  8. Reproducibility and Common Misinterpretations

Who Should Use This Book?

  • Biology, psychology, and medical students
  • Researchers and clinicians interpreting statistical data
  • Graduate students in life or social sciences
  • Anyone seeking to understand statistics without advanced math

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FAQs

Is this edition suitable for beginners with no math background?
Yes — the book is written specifically for readers who want to grasp biostatistics conceptually, not computationally.
Does it include examples from real studies?
Yes — each chapter includes real-world biomedical and social science examples with intuitive explanations.
Is this a recommended textbook for university biostatistics courses?
Absolutely — it’s widely adopted in undergraduate and graduate biostatistics and research methodology programs.

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Intuitive Biostatistics: A Nonmathematical Guide to Statistical Thinking, 4th Edition by Harvey Motulsky transforms complex statistical theory into practical understanding. Order now from BooksGoat for just $59.99. Free worldwide shipping included.