[R] Correct notation for functions, packages when using LaTex

[Kevin E. Thorpe]

On 12/10/2015 12:10 PM, Erin Hodgess wrote:
> Hello everyone!
>
> I am writing up something (quickly) using LaTex and periodically refer to R
> functions and packages.
>
> What is the correct way to put those into LaTex, please?  I know that R
> itself is {\tt R}, but am not sure about the others.
>
> Thanks for any help,
> Sincerely,
> Erin
> PS  Or should I just be doing this in R Studio, even though there is no
> code, please?
>
>

When I refer to R function in a LaTeX document I tend to use \texttt{} 
(same as your {\tt } construct). Historical convention rendered computer 
code in a monospace font (akin to Courier) so that's what I follow.

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Kevin E. Thorpe
Head of Biostatistics,  Applied Health Research Centre (AHRC)
Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute of St. Michael's
Assistant Professor, Dalla Lana School of Public Health
University of Toronto
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