Simple Proof that c=median minimizes E[ |X-c| ] needed.

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From: Menees, Bill
Date: Thu, 03 Sep 1992 18:44

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	I'm a senior math major taking my first p&s course, and this problem
has come up and it intrigues me.  My prof. has a proof for it, but he said it
was way over my head.  Does anyone know of a proof suitable for a senior 
undergrad?  Thanks in advance.

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