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1. how did andrew jackson become president?

a. he was vice president when henry clay died.
b. he never was able to become president.
c. he gained the support of john quincy adams.
d. he gained the support of the common people.
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Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Henry Clay didn't die while Jackson was vice president, and Jackson wasn't vice president in a way that led to presidency this way.
• Option B: Andrew Jackson did become president (7th US president), so this is incorrect.
• Option C: John Quincy Adams and Jackson were political rivals, so Adams didn't support Jackson's path to presidency.
• Option D: Jackson's rise to presidency was fueled by the support of the common people, as he represented the "common man" and their interests, which was a key part of his political success.

Answer:

D. He gained the support of the common people.