An introduction to classical statistics with emphasis on business and economic applications. Topics include probability distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, simple and multiple regression, analysis of variance, chi-square tests and non-parametric statistics. Students will be taught why, where and how statistical techniques are applied. The computer will be used extensively. (Cross-listed as EC255.) Prerequisites MA103, MA110 or MA129 (or permission of the instructor). Prior to September 1, 2008: MA103 and MA104, or MA130. Restricted to Honours BBA students. Exclusions BBA/BMATH program, MA141, MA240, BU205/EC205, EC235, EC285, MB125. Notes 3 lecture hours
