Definition: In this task, you're given a statement and three sentences as choices. Your job is to determine which sentence can be inferred from the statement. Incorrect choices change the meaning in important ways or have details that are not mentioned in the statement. Indicate your answer as 1,2, or 3 corresponding to the choice number of the selected sentence.
Input: Statement: For example, I could appoint a deputy with the approval of at least three members of a panel consisting of the Chairmen and Ranking Minority Members of our oversight committees. Choices:  1. I could hire a deputy with the approval of at least three panel members. 2. I need the approval of four panel members to hire a deputy. 3. It is a better use of everyone's time only to bother three panel members in hiring a deputy.

1