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1. how did jefferson become president?

a. the electoral college elected him
b. congress elected him
c. the public elected him
d. washington appointed him
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Explanation:

In the 1800 presidential election, after a tie in the Electoral College between Jefferson and Burr, the House of Representatives (part of Congress) voted to elect Jefferson as president. Option A is incorrect as the Electoral College tie led to Congress intervention. Option C is incorrect as the public didn't directly elect presidents then (and the Electoral College tie required Congress action). Option D is incorrect as Washington's term ended before Jefferson's election, and he didn't appoint Jefferson as president.

Answer:

B. Congress elected him