Why did George Washington develop a Cabinet during his presidency?

Question

Responses

A It was required by the Constitution.It was required by the Constitution.

B He needed people to spy on powerful state governors.He needed people to spy on powerful state governors.

C He was fulfilling a campaign promise to his constituents that he would delegate powers. He was fulfilling a campaign promise to his constituents that he would delegate powers.

D He understood that there were people with more expertise in areas needed to run the government.He understood that there were people with more expertise in areas needed to run the government.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

D He understood that there were people with more expertise in areas needed to run the government.

George Washington developed a Cabinet to surround himself with advisors who had specific expertise in various areas, such as finance, defense, and foreign affairs, to help him make informed decisions during his presidency.