Statistics - A Tool for Social Research and Data Analysis 12th edition by Healey

Statistics: A Tool for Social Research and Data Analysis, 12th edition by Healey, from Cengage, teaches statistical reasoning for students in sociology, criminal justice, political science, social work, and related fields. The text explains descriptive statistics, probability, sampling, hypothesis testing, correlation, regression, and analysis of variance with an emphasis on interpreting results in social research contexts. Healey presents formulas and procedures in an approachable way while showing how data analysis supports evidence-based conclusions. Practical examples and social science applications help students build confidence using statistics to evaluate patterns, relationships, and research claims.