Which Statistics Book for Error Analysis & Data Fitting?

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The discussion centers on selecting a book for self-study on error analysis and data fitting, specifically for experimental particle physics research. Two recommended texts are Bevington and Robinson's "Data Reduction and Error Analysis for the Physical Sciences" and Taylor's "An Introduction to Error Analysis: The Study of Uncertainties in Physical Measurements." Participants indicate that both books are valuable, with Bevington being a classic choice and Taylor's book also receiving positive feedback for its clarity and usefulness. The thread also notes the importance of the Academic Guidance/Science Books Discussions category for such inquiries.
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Hi,

Well, I thought posting this question here is more relevant.
I want to self-study a book about error analysis and data fitting. I have two books available, the one by bevington and robinson: "Data Reduction and Error Analysis for the Physical Sciences" and the one by taylor: "An Introduction to Error Analysis: The Study of Uncertainties in Physical Measurements"

I would like your opinion, which one should I start with? I am doing an experimental particle physics research and I need to know about error analysis and data fitting.

thanks in advance,

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I'm using Taylor and it's great.
 
Thanks for the replies.

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Admin. Thank you for moving the thread, I did not know about the Academic Guidance/Science Books Discussions...It is great!
 
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