Entry Exam Category: High School Equivalency Exams
Course: HiSET
Exam: HiSET Social Studies Practice Test

Practice Question

What precedent was set by George Washington and maintained until the presidency of Franklin D. Roosevelt?

Answer Choices

  • A: Leaving economic policy decision-making to Congress
  • B: Letting party officials pick the vice president candidate
  • C: Serving no more than two terms as president
  • D: Refusing to be directly involved in treaty negotiations

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: George Washington set a precedent of serving only two terms, followed until Franklin D. Roosevelt ran for a third term in 1940.

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