Suppose Congress consists of 5 people who want to spend X% on national defense. Let their preferences be as follows: 1, 3, 20, 21, 25. What amount will most likely be spent?
A)14
B)20
C)3
D)21

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The most likely amount to be spent is 20%, as it represents the median preference among the five members. In a group of odd numbers, the median is the middle value when the preferences are arranged in order, making it a likely consensus point.

Suppose Congress Consists of 5 People Who Want to Spend