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Why did the Founding Fathers believe the Electoral College was necessary?

• They believed Congress deserved the power to choose the president.
• They believed the electors for each state needed more powerful support.
O They believed the popular vote should be good enough to make the choice.
They believed Americans lacked the knowledge to choose the best candidate.

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D. They Believe Americans Lacked the Knowledge To Choose The Best Candidate

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