statistics

Looks at some of the many ways in which baseball managers use math on a daily basis to calculate batting averages, figure out standings, decide which combination of players to put on the field, and other tasks.

Examines the twentieth century through the perspectives of social scientists whose statistical work measuring the lives of American citizens created successes, controversies, and failures. Includes interviews with Sen. Daniel Patrick Moynihan, Betty Friedan, Milton Freeman, and George Gallup Jr. among others.

Analyzes social welfare in the United States focusing on topics like poverty, public programs for poor families, and the characteristics of the homeless. Also examines the housing problem and how poverty impacts health.

"Wide receivers are the flashiest, most athletic players in the NFL. Meet wide receivers from the past and present and compare their skills, stats, and biggest plays"--Provided by publisher.

Investigates mathematical principles behind the sport of football, discussing statistics, scores, and calculations. Includes color photographs, infographics, fact boxes, sports history, math activities, and a glossary.

Soccer is one of the world's most popular sports. Fans can keep up with soccer's intense competition through stats. From assists to goals to epic saves, explore the stats of soccer's best teams and players.

Hockey is a fast and exciting sport. Games are full of quick passes, big checks, and thrilling goals. Discover the stats that help fans follow their favorite teams and players.

Who is the greatest quarterback in football? Which team has the best season record? Learn the answers to these questions and many more by exploring stats from the greatest football teams and players in history.

Which basketball teams are rising to the top? Which players are the best passers and scorers of all time? Basketball stats give the answers to these and many more questions. Explore the most exciting basketball stats of all time.