Identify the appropriate parameter of interest. A Dutch study[1] implies that exercising before eating protein might help the body convert more of the protein into muscle. For the statistical test, 48 men were randomly assigned to either exercise or rest for 30 minutes. At the end of the 30 minutes, all drank a protein shake and had their muscle-protein synthesis measured. Regardless of age, exerciser's bodies converted more 6 of the protein to muscle than the resting bodies. ces This was a test about: [1] Published online, American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, November 27, 2010, reported in Consumer Reports On Health, March 2011; 23(3);3. OH OP O HI - 12 O PI - P2