An R Companion to Applied Regression

by John D. Fox, Sanford Weisberg

This is a broad introduction to the R statistical computing environment in the context of applied regression analysis. It is a thoroughly updated edition of John Fox′s bestselling text An R and S-Plus Companion to Applied Regression (SAGE, 2002). The Second Edition is intended as a companion to any course on modern applied regression analysis. The authors provide a step-by-step guide to using the high-quality free statistical software R, an emphasis on integrating statistical computing in R with the practice of data analysis, coverage of generalized linear models, enhanced coverage of R graphics and programming, and substantial web-based support materials.

Genres: Nonfiction, Science, Textbooks

472 pages, Paperback

First published December 7, 2010

About the author

John Fox is the Senator William McMaster Professor of Social Statistics at the Department of Sociology at McMaster University in Canada.

Reviews

[Hans Hansen · Rating 5 out of 5]

in my opinion this is one of the best books on regression analysis because the theoretical issues are explained along many examples. readers should have some knowledge about r.

[Sandra Clark · Rating 5 out of 5]

I dare anyone to outdo Fox & Weisberg's accessible and comprehensive tome.

[Sam Fox]

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