Question

Question

Why did Congress decide the election of 1800? Select all that apply.
(1 point)
Responses

Based on the outcome, it was mandated by the U.S. Constitution.
Based on the outcome, it was mandated by the U.S. Constitution.

The popular vote was a tie.
The popular vote was a tie.

No candidate won the electoral vote.
No candidate won the electoral vote.

Not enough citizens voted to determine the outcome.

Answer 1

The reasons Congress decided the election of 1800 include:

• No candidate won the electoral vote.

The election of 1800 resulted in a tie in the electoral college between Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr, leading to the House of Representatives deciding the outcome. The other statements do not accurately describe why Congress was involved in determining the election result.