Statistics for People Who (Think They) Hate Statistics: Using Microsoft Excel

Salkind and Frey′s Statistics for People Who (Think They) Hate Statistics: Using Microsoft Excel presents an often intimidating and difficult subject in a way that is clear, informative, and personable. With improved navigation and a new full color format, the Sixth Edition notably features Microsoft Excel 2025 for use in statistical analysis, including updated graphics and coverage of how to use functions and formulas. A new appendix features coverage of Copilot, Microsoft′s AI chatbot, to assist students in conducting statistical analyses. Tried and true features, such as review questions, end-of-chapter exercises, updated illustrations, and the "Path to Wisdom and Knowledge" flowcharts, help students learn to select the appropriate statistical test in each of the core chapters. With Excel incorporated throughout, the authors guide students through basic and advanced statistical procedures, from correlation and graph creation to analysis of variance, regression, non-parametric tests, and more. Sage Vantage Learning Platform This text is offered in Sage Vantage, an intuitive learning platform that integrates quality Sage textbook content with assignable multimedia activities and auto-graded assessments to drive student engagement and ensure accountability. Unparalleled in its ease of use and built for dynamic teaching and learning, Vantage offers customizable LMS integration and best-in-class support. Highlights include:Assignable video with assessment tied to learning objectives and curated exclusively for this text bring concepts to life. NEW! An AI Literacy module prepares students to engage confidently with today’s AI tools through an interactive, outcomes-focused experience―with minimal instructor lift and no course redesign required. Available exclusively in Sage Vantage and written by professors who teach and publish about AI, the AI Information Literacy, Academic Integrity, and Responsible AI Use integrates video, data-driven examples, applied activities, Knowledge Checks, and built-in assessments that help instructors track student understanding. Focused on strengthening critical thinking, the module teaches students how to evaluate AI outputs for accuracy and bias while developing responsible prompting strategies that support academic success without compromising students’ intellectual growth. Read more