R·R essentials

Setup and syntax

R is a language for statistics where vectors are the core data type and functions transform them.

Beginner 10 min read Lesson 1 of 150 Challenge included
What you will be able to do
  • Assign with <- (or = in simple cases).
  • Vectors are created with c().
  • Use print or the REPL to inspect.

In plain English

R is a language for statistics where vectors are the core data type and functions transform them.

  • Assign with <- (or = in simple cases).
  • Vectors are created with c().
  • Use print or the REPL to inspect.
hello.rR
name <- "Ada"
scores <- c(90, 85, 88)
print(name)
print(mean(scores))
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Answer from memory: Which operator is the conventional assignment in R?

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