Real Statistics for Policy-Makers: Exercises in the Queensland Context

Abstract

Real Statistics for Policy-Makers: Exercises in the Queensland Context is designed to help practitioners handle data in a statistically robust manner, even if not conducting formal statistical analysis. Basic concepts are illustrated through practical applications, case studies and exercises based on the actual information from the open-access data web libraries and focused on Australian and Queensland economies. Examples require the use of Microsoft Excel or similar statistical software package.