Applied Statistics Using Stata

Straightforward, clear, and applied, this book will give you the theoretical and practical basis you need to apply data analysis techniques to real data.



Combining key statistical concepts with detailed technical advice, it addresses common themes and problems presented by real research, and shows you how to adjust your techniques and apply your statistical knowledge to a range of datasets. It also embeds code and software output throughout and is supported by online resources to enable practice and safe experimentation.



The book includes:

Original case studies and data sets

Practical exercises and lists of commands for each chapter

Downloadable Stata programmes created to work alongside chapters

A wide range of detailed applications using Stata

Step-by-step guidance on writing the relevant code.



This is the perfect text for anyone doing statistical research in the social sciences getting started using Stata for data analysis.