Question

What important precedent did George Washington set at the end of his second term? (1 point)
1. running for office a third time
2. not choosing a Vice President for his next term
3. joining a political party
4. not running for office for a third term

Answer 1

The important precedent that George Washington set at the end of his second term was:

4. not running for office for a third term.

By voluntarily stepping down after two terms, Washington established the tradition of a two-term limit for U.S. presidents, which was later codified in the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution.