Fundamental Mathematics for Epidemiology Study

by Ray M Merrill

Mathematical concepts and their applications are fundamental to epidemiology. However, many public health students lack adequate quantitative background and find themselves struggling with simple math such as converting fractions to decimals; filling in 2 by 2 tables; reading story problems; understanding the difference between ratios, proportions, and rates; and connecting selected math concepts to epidemiologic study designs. Other students have...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1284127338
• ISBN13: 9781284127331
• Release Date: September 2018
• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 10.7"