Which of the following is the initial step in conducting a hypothesis test?
A) collecting data and calculating a test statistic
B) selecting a level of significance
C) identifying the population parameter of interest
D) determining a decision rule

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The initial step in conducting a hypothesis test is to clearly identify the population parameter of interest. This helps in formulating the null and alternative hypotheses, selecting an appropriate statistical test, and interpreting the results. Options A, B, and D are steps that come after identifying the population parameter.

Which of the Following Is the Initial Step in Conducting