Focusing on real-world applications, this book explores pressing global economic and social issues through foundational statistical concepts. It utilizes live data to address challenges such as income inequality, debt, government deficits, and corporate crime, providing students with a practical understanding of how statistics can inform solutions to these dilemmas. The text emphasizes the relevance of statistical analysis in tackling contemporary problems, making it a valuable resource for those looking to grasp the applied nature of statistics in today's society.
