Which of the following steps in the hypothesis testing process involves mathematical calculations?
A) state the null and alternative hypothesis
B) calculate the appropriate statistic
C) make a decision regarding the null hypothesis
D) draw a conclusion from the analysis

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Calculating the appropriate statistic is a crucial step in hypothesis testing and involves mathematical calculations. The other steps in the process (such as stating the null and alternative hypothesis, making a decision regarding the null hypothesis, and drawing a conclusion from the analysis) involve decisions and judgments based on the results of the calculation.

Which of the Following Steps in the Hypothesis Testing Process