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Differences between check() errors, warnings, and notes

When you run devtools::check(), it will return a summary of the results, and that includes notes, warnings, and errors. When developing an R package, it's best practice to aim for a clean check with no errors, warnings, or notes, as these can be a sign of underlying problems.

Which statement accurately describes the purpose of these different output categories in the devtools::check() function?

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