What precedent did Washington and the First Congress set when they organized the executive branch?

Question

• They set up a federal court system with three levels of courts.
They selected delegates to represent the people's vote in choosing the president.
They created cabinet positions to advise the president on different areas of national policy.
They chose New York City to be the first capital of the United States.

Answer 1

The precedent that Washington and the First Congress set when they organized the executive branch is:

They created cabinet positions to advise the president on different areas of national policy.

This decision established the practice of having a group of advisors (the Cabinet) to help the president make informed decisions on various matters, which has continued to be a fundamental aspect of the U.S. executive branch.