A Pathway to Introductory Statistics

A Pathway to Introductory Statistics, 2nd Edition, is a textbook designed to prepare students for college-level statistics through a focused one-semester course. The text serves as an alternative to the traditional two-semester developmental algebra sequence.

The volume integrates foundational descriptive statistics with requisite algebra topics needed for subsequent statistics coursework. Authentic data sets appear throughout the instruction to illustrate the close links between algebraic concepts and statistical analysis.

Tailored for students whose academic majors require statistics, the text uses a PreStatistics approach. This framework supports learners in building essential vocabulary, quantitative reasoning, and comfort working with data while mastering required mathematical prerequisites.