The Inverse Gaussian Distribution: Theory: Methodology, and Applications / Edition 1

by Raj Chhikara, J. Leroy Folks

Overview

This monograph is a compilation of research on the inverse Gaussian distribution. It emphasizes the presentation of the statistical properties, methods, and applications of the two-parameter inverse Gaussian family of distribution. It is useful to statisticians and users of statistical distribution.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780824779979
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	09/29/1988
Series:	Statistics: A Series of Textbooks and Monographs , #95
Pages:	230
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Raj Chhikara is professor emeritus at UHCL.

J. Leroy Folks is a professor at Oklahoma State University.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction 2. Properties of the Inverse Gaussian Distribution 3. Genesis 4. Certain Useful Transformations and Characterizations 5. Sampling and Estimation of Parameters 6. Significance Tests 7. Bayesian Inference 8. Regression Analysis 9. Life Testing and Reliability 10. Applications 11. Additional Topics