Two examples of problems being solved by statistical optics methods ar
e considered. They are clear enough, can be easily interpreted and, do
not require difficult calculations. it is shown how the first problem
-the influence of random optical length deviations on Fabry-Perot inte
rferometer transmission spectra-helps to solve the second one: the 'my
stery' of the experimental spectra of multiply domained KH2PO4 crystal
s. These examples can be useful for solving other statistical problems
.