Select the meaning of the capital word in this sentence: With so much uncertainty about which decision was the best, the school provost submitted the various proposals to the board and ultimately chose the most PREVALENT favorite among the members.

The term "prevalent" refers to something that is widely accepted, prevalent, or commonly found. In this context, it conveys that among the various proposals submitted to the board, one proposal was favored more than the others, indicating that it was the most dominant or popular choice among the members. This aligns with the meaning of "dominant," as it suggests that this particular favorite held a prominent or leading position in comparison to others.

Other terms such as "old-fashioned," "indifferent," and "scarce" do not capture the essence of being widely accepted or common. "Old-fashioned" denotes something that is outdated or not in style, "indifferent" implies a lack of interest or concern, and "scarce" means limited in availability. Therefore, these alternatives do not reflect the intended meaning of "prevalent" in the context of the sentence.