Reading Guide
for Francis Y. Edgeworth, "Methods of Statistics"

(1) What is the central problem the Edgeworth addresses?

Note that the title theme is very general and Edgeworth introduces a series of concepts. Yet all relate to solving a core question, mentioned several times. Consider how the concepts are tools or means for addressing a common concern in several types of cases.

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(2a) [focus mostly on pp.181-198 (in detail)] What is a modulus (conceptually, not just mathematically) and how is it involved in his proposed solution? What various phrases does Edgeworth use to characterize his aim and solution?
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(2b) [focus mostly on pp.198-214] List the examples that Edgeworth considers. What seems to be the cultural realm of statistics (as data gathering) and statistics (as analysis)?