A student wanted to know the favorite lunch at a large high school with a closed campus. What is the first step in conducting a statistical study to answer the question?
A) Select a random sample of students.
B) State the goal of the study precisely.
C) Select a random sample of students and teachers.
D) Select a random sample of teachers.

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The first step in conducting a statistical study is to clearly define the goal or objective of the study to ensure that the research is focused and relevant.

A Student Wanted to Know the Favorite Lunch at a Large