Professor Itô is one of the most distinguished probability theorists in the world, and in this modern, concise introduction to the subject he explains basic probabilistic concepts rigorously and yet gives at the same time an intuitive understanding of random phenomena. In the first chapter he considers finite situations, but from an advanced standpoint that enables the transition to greater generality to be achieved more easily. Chapter 2 deals with probability measures and includes a discussion of the fundamental concepts of probability theory. These concepts are formulated abstractly but without sacrificing intuition. The last chapter is devoted to infinite sums of independent real random variables. Each chapter is divided into sections that end with a set of problems with hints for solution. This textbook will be particularly valuable to students of mathematics taking courses in probability theory who need a modern introduction to the subject that yet does not allow overemphasis on abstractness to cloud the issues involved.
By:
K. Itô Imprint: Cambridge University Press Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 231mm,
Width: 155mm,
Spine: 17mm
Weight: 375g ISBN:9780521269605 ISBN 10: 0521269601 Pages: 224 Publication Date:17 December 1984 Audience:
College/higher education
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Primary
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active