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Essays And Papers On Some Fallacies Of Statistics Concerning Life And Death, Health And Disease (1875)

Essays And Papers On Some Fallacies Of Statistics Concerning Life And Death, Health And Disease (1875)

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ISBN10: 116463660X
ISBN13: 9781164636601
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 338
Weight: 1.00
Height: 0.70 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Essays and Papers on Some Fallacies of Statistics Concerning Life and Death, Health and Disease is a book written by Henry Wyldbore Rumsey in 1875. The book is a collection of essays and papers that discuss the various statistical fallacies surrounding life and death, health and disease. Rumsey, a British statistician and actuary, delves into the misconceptions and errors that arise from the misuse and misinterpretation of statistical data. He examines the ways in which flawed statistical reasoning can lead to incorrect conclusions about mortality rates, life expectancy, and the prevalence of disease. The book covers a range of topics, including the impact of age on mortality rates, the use of averages in medical statistics, and the limitations of medical registration systems. Rumsey also explores the role of statistical evidence in medical research and the ethical implications of using statistics to make decisions about public health policy. Overall, Essays and Papers on Some Fallacies of Statistics Concerning Life and Death, Health and Disease is a thought-provoking and informative work that highlights the importance of careful statistical analysis in the field of medicine.With Suggestions Towards An Improved System Of Registration.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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