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What precedent did Thomas Jefferson set for the role of the president during his time in office?
A.
The president must follow the Senate's advice when deciding to form alliances.
B.
The Constitution strictly limits the powers of the president to those that it lists.
C.
The powers of the president are not limited to those listed in the Constitution.
D.
The United States should avoid entering into alliances with other countries.
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C.
Jefferson’s purchase of Louisiana (1803) is the key example — he approved a major land acquisition even though the Constitution didn’t explicitly authorize it, using implied/treaty powers. That set a precedent that presidential powers can go beyond only those expressly listed.
Jefferson’s purchase of Louisiana (1803) is the key example — he approved a major land acquisition even though the Constitution didn’t explicitly authorize it, using implied/treaty powers. That set a precedent that presidential powers can go beyond only those expressly listed.
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