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Using Source 2, which statement best describes the outcome of the 1860 presidential

election?
A
The Senate selected the president because no candidate received a majority of the
popular vote.
B
Lincoln received a majority of the electoral votes, but failed to secure a majority of
the popular vote.
C
The House of Representatives chose the president because no candidate received a
majority of electoral votes.
D
Breckinridge won a clear majority of the popular vote, but failed to receive enough
electoral votes.

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Answer:

B) Lincoln received a majority of the electoral votes but failed to secure a majority of the popular vote

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