Describes the basic ideas of samplingEnables the calculations of confidence intervalsFocuses on the importance of randomization, replication, and controlsOffers practical suggestions for executing and experimenting or surveying and recording resultsExplains the models and assumptions behind the analysis of variance, linear regression, and chi-squared tests - in a non-mathematical manner Introductory Statistics for Biology Students thoroughly covers the design and analysis of experiments and surveys in biology, containing practical advice on carrying out successful projects and producing clear, informative reports.