Finite Markov Processes and Their Applications

Finite Markov Processes and Their ApplicationsA self contained treatment of finite Markov chains and processes, this text covers both theory and applications. Author Marius Iosifescu, vice president of the Romanian Academy and director of its Center for Mathematical Statistics, begins with a review of relevant aspects of probability theory and linear algebra. Experienced readers may start with the second chapter, a treatment of fundamental concepts of homogeneous finite Markov chain theory that

introducing the reader to the calculus of variations

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Assuming some facility with calculus

Any student who has made himself familiar with his exposition of the fundamentals and applications will have acquired an excellent background for additional

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