Bivariate Discrete Distributions

This useful reference/text provides a comprehensive study of the various bivariate discretedistributions that have appeared in the literature- written in an accessible manner thatassumes no more than a first course in mathematical statistics. Supplying individualized treatment of topics while simultaneously exploiting the interrelationshipsof the material, Bivariate Discrete Distributions details the latest techniques ofcomputer simulation for the distributions considered . . . contains a general introduction tothe structural properties of discrete distributions, including generating functions, momentrelationships, and the basic ideas of generalizing . . . develops distributions using samplingschemes . . . explores the role of compounding . . . covers Waring and "short" distributionsfor use in accident theory . . . discusses problems of statistical inference, emphasizing techniquespertinent to the discrete case . . . and much more! Containing over 1000 helpful equations, Bivariate Discrete Distributions is