When recruiting candidates, parties consider that at the very least, a serious candidate for a seat in the U.S.House of Representatives must be able to raise several __________ dollars.

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According to the Federal Election Commission, the average cost of winning a House seat in the 2018 election was around $1.5 million. Therefore, candidates should be able to raise several hundred thousand dollars at a minimum to be considered serious contenders. Options A and B may not be sufficient, while options D and E are excessively high.

When Recruiting Candidates, Parties Consider That at the Very Least