Solve Latex Problem - Chapter 1: Unbiased Estimators

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around formatting issues in LaTeX, specifically related to creating sections and subsections in a document about unbiased estimators. Participants explore how to achieve the desired numbering format for chapters and sections.

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  • One participant describes their attempt to format a chapter and subsection in LaTeX, noting discrepancies in the numbering system.
  • Another participant suggests using the "report" document class to properly format chapters and sections, indicating that this may resolve the issue.
  • A later reply expresses gratitude for the solution provided, indicating it worked as intended.
  • Additional resources are shared by another participant, pointing to a document that may assist with LaTeX formatting.

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Participants generally agree on the solution provided regarding the use of the "report" class, but there is no explicit consensus on other formatting approaches or potential issues.

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The discussion does not address potential limitations of the suggested solutions or any specific assumptions about the LaTeX environment being used.

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Individuals working on LaTeX documents, particularly those focusing on academic or technical writing involving chapters and sections.

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Homework Statement



I want to return:

Chapter 1: Unbiased Estimators
1.1 intro

Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution



If i do:

\section{Chapter 1: Unbiased estimators}
\subsection{intro}

I get:
1. Chapter 1: Unbiased estimators
1.1 intro

If I do:
Chapter 1: Unbiased estimators
\subsection{intro}

I get:
Chapter 1: Unbiased estimators
0.1 intro


How do i get:

Chapter 1: Unbiased Estimators
1.1 intro

?
 
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Code:
\documentclass{report}

...

    \chapter{Unbiased Estimators}
    \section{intro}
Make sure to use the "report" class (not "article") when you're using chapters.
 
Thanks, this works nicely.
 

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