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Although Thomas Jefferson actually tied his Vice Presidential candidate Aaron Burr in the 1800 election. He only became president after:

A
A run-off election held in December 1800.
B
The House of Representatives voted for him over Burr.
C
The Supreme Court chose Jefferson.
D
The Electoral College heeded Burr's request that Jefferson be named president.
E
A few Southern states demanded Jefferson be named President out of fear that Burr. from the North. would push anti-slavery legislation.
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Correct option is A. A run-off election held in December 1800.

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