R - (Indicator|Identity) Function (I)

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Protection

As power has a meaning in the formula, the identity function (I) is used to protect it. 

I(predictor1^2)

Indicator

I(Year < 2005)

Year < 2005 turns into a logical but when wrapped in a indicator becomes a zero-one variable.




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