 Probability Theory: A Concise Course
by Y. A. Rozanov
This clear exposition begins with basic concepts and moves on to combination of events, dependent events and random variables, Bernoulli trials and the De Moivre-Laplace theorem, and more. Includes 150 problems, many with answers.
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| |  Game Theory: A Nontechnical Introduction
by Morton D. Davis
This fascinating, newly revised edition offers an overview of game theory, plus lucid coverage of two-person zero-sum game with equilibrium points; general, two-person zero-sum game; utility theory; and other topics.
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| |  Sundials: Their Theory and Construction
by Albert Waugh
A rigorous appraisal of sundial science includes mathematical treatment and pertinent astronomical background, plus a nontechnical treatment so simple that several of the dials can be built by children. 106 illustrations.
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 Fads and Fallacies in the Name of Science
by Martin Gardner
Fair, witty appraisal of cranks, quacks, and quackeries of science and pseudoscience: hollow earth, Velikovsky, orgone energy, Dianetics, flying saucers, Bridey Murphy, food and medical fads, more.
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| |  An Introduction to Identification
by J. P. Norton
Suitable for advanced undergraduates and graduate students, this text covers the theoretical basis for mathematical modeling as well as a variety of identification algorithms and their applications. 1986 edition.
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 Building Models by Games
by Wilfrid Hodges
This volume covers basic model theory and examines such algebraic applications as completeness for Magidor-Malitz quantifiers, Shelah's recent and sophisticated omitting types theorem for L(Q), and applications to Boolean algebras. Over 160 exercises. 1985 edition.
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| |  Random Field Models in Earth Sciences
by George Christakos
This text for graduate students examines problems related to earth and environmental sciences by means of theoretical models based on a purely random (stochastic) element. 103 figures. 16 tables.
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 Concepts of Mathematical Modeling
by Walter J. Meyer
This text features a variety of applications, and examinations of classic models. Each section is preceded by an abstract and statement of prerequisites. Includes exercises. 1984 edition.
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| |  Mathematical Methods of Operations Research
by Thomas L. Saaty
The first graduate-level text devoted to the subject, this volume offers a concise history and overview of methods as well as an excellent exposition of the mathematical foundations underlying classical operations research procedures. An ideal introduction for students as well as a valuable source of references to early literature on operations research. 1959 edition.
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 Multiobjective Programming and Planning
by Jared L. Cohon
This text takes a broad view of multiobjective programming, emphasizing the methods most useful for continuous problems. It reviews methods in the context of public decision-making problems. 1978 edition.
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| |  Methods of Operations Research
by Philip M. Morse, George E. Kimball, Dr. Saul I. Gass
Operations research originated during World War II with the military's need for a scientific method of providing executives with a quantitative decision-making basis. This text explores strategical kinematics, tactical analysis, gunnery and bombardment problems, more.
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