Comprehensive statistical evaluations are today invariably conducted using appropriate software. Nevertheless, the user must decide which method is suitable for data analysis, which assumptions need to be considered, and how to assess and interpret the analysis results. In "Data Analysis and Statistics," Udo Bankhofer and Jürgen Vogel focus on four fundamental content areas: descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, methods of data analysis, and newer approaches to data mining. The presentation of the methods adequately considers prerequisites, the range of applications, and the interpretation of results. Numerous detailed examples support the reader in deepening their understanding of the fundamentals of data analysis and statistics. The book is aimed at lecturers and students in economics, social sciences, and related disciplines.