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

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...

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Main Author: Jaynes, E. T. (Edwin T.) (Author)
Other Authors: Bretthorst, G. Larry (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cambridge, UK ; New York, NY : Cambridge University Press, 2003.
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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.
Physical Description:1 online resource (xxix, 727 pages)
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 705-720) and indexes.
ISBN:0511065892
9780511065897
0521592712
9780521592710
0511068026
9780511068027
9780511790423
0511790422
9781139636322
1139636324
1280417226
9781280417221
Source of Description, Etc. Note:Print version record.