If you are performing cluster analysis on the same data using different distance measures and then comparing the results across measures to determine stability of the solutions,you are at which stage of the cluster analysis process?
A) interpreting and profiling the clusters
B) deciding on the number of clusters
C) assessing reliability and validity
D) selecting a clustering procedure

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The stage described is assessing reliability and validity, which is concerned with evaluating the consistency and accuracy of the clustering results. This involves comparing results obtained using different distance measures, as well as checking for robustness and sensitivity to the choice of clustering algorithm and parameters. Therefore, the best choice is (C) assessing reliability and validity.

If You Are Performing Cluster Analysis on the Same Data