A community has five voters who are interested in only one issue: the government's spending on local parks.If Anthony would like the government to spend $12,000 on parks,Bob prefers $7,000,Carey prefers $4,000,Diane prefers $2,000,and Elaine prefers $0,how much spending would a politician seeking to win the election select when running against one opponent?
A) $2,000
B) $4,000
C) $7,000
D) $12,000

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In a two-candidate election, the median voter's preference often determines the outcome. Here, Carey is the median voter with a preference of $4,000.

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