Statistics: Informed Decisions Using Data (5th Edition) by Michael Sullivan III offers a comprehensive introduction to statistics for courses that focus on introductory concepts. The fifth edition is designed to help students understand how to make informed choices using statistical tools, presenting ideas and strategies relevant to today’s classrooms. This book emphasizes practical applications, illustrating the real-world connections between individual concepts and broader societal issues.

MyLab™ Statistics, an integral part of this edition, enhances learning through data analytics by adding additional exercises to high usage chapters. It also features new Technology Support Videos where author Mike Sullivan III demonstrates problem-solving techniques using various methods, including hand calculations, TI-84 calculators, and StatCrunch™ software.

Integrating interactive homework, assessment, and media in a flexible format, MyLab Statistics provides personalized learning experiences to help each student succeed. It supports the integration of statistical software, making it easier for instructors to incorporate these tools into their courses. This edition was published on January 3, 2016, and consists of 960 pages.