Order Statistics (Wiley Series in Probability and Statistics)

Provides up-to-date coverage of the theory and applications of ordered random variables and their functions. Develops the distribution theory of order atatistics systematically. Applications include procedures for the treatment of outliers and other data analysis techniques. Treats short-cut methods, robust estimation, life testing, reliability and extreme-value theory. Provides extensive references to the literature and the tables contained therein. Exercises supplement the text.