A researcher administers a survey on issues related to the U.S.health care system to a sample consisting of 60% medical doctors,30% economists,and 10% lawyers.One of those people surveyed was William,who is 50 years old,wears a shirt and tie,and is good with numbers.William is concerned that the expense of our current health care system will ultimately cause it to collapse.Which statement MOST likely describes William's occupation?
A)William is probably a doctor.
B)William is probably a lawyer.
C)William is probably an economist.
D)It is equally likely that William is a doctor or an economist,but unlikely that he is a lawyer.

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William is 50 years old, wears a shirt and tie, and is good with numbers. These are all characteristics that are more likely to be associated with a doctor than a lawyer or an economist. Additionally, William is concerned about the expense of the current health care system, which is a concern that is more likely to be held by a doctor than a lawyer or an economist.

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