Some recent researches in the theory of statistics and actuarial sciences. (Q1833960)

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    Some recent researches in the theory of statistics and actuarial sciences. (English)
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    Das Buch enthält in mathematisch anregender und kurzer Form den Inhalt dreier Gastvorträge, die neuere statistische Problemstellungen behandeln. Inhaltsverzeichnis: \textit{Lecture I.} Introductory observations on the place of mathematics in statistical and actuariel Theory. Errors due to neglect of the principle that theoretical assumptions should not contain contradictions, illustrated by a discussion of (1) the biometric functions; the doctrine of the ``oldest age''; (2) the problem of two different mortality tables which produce identical policy values; (3) presumptive values of frequency-constants. \textit{Lecture II.} A mathematical investigation of the limits of error in the calculation of \(\overline{\mathbf{a}_x}\) when the force of mortality follows Makeham's law. A proposition in inequalities; with applications to Tchebychef's inequality, to the value of \(e_x\), to the values of temporary life annuities, to the policy values of endowment assurances, and to the paid-up policy that can be granted for a pure endowment. \textit{Lecture III.} The theoretical foundation of various types of frequency functions. The English school; Karl Pearson's types. The continental school; the A-series; Charlier's B-series. Some notes on factorial moments. Besprechungen: W. P. E.; Journal Royal Statistical Soc. 64 (1931), 300-301. G. U. Yule; Biometrika 22 (1931), 424-425.
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