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Which of the following is NOT true regarding the Election of 1860?

AIt decided the question of slavery based on popular sovereignty.
BThe president was elected with only 40% of the popular vote.
CThe nation was primed for a civil war.
DIt gave the southern states a justification for secession.

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Answer:

D. It gave the southern states a justification for secession.

Explanation:

Let's talk about each option.

A. It decided the question of slavery based on popular sovereignty.

Yes. This concept estabilished that each territory decided on it's slavery legislation;

B. The president was elected with only 40% of the popular vote.

Yes. Lincoln had 39.8% of votes.

C. The nation was primed for a civil war.

Yes. There was the civil war from 1862 to 1865.

D. It gave the southern states a justification for secession.

By elimination, this is false, and the answer to this question.

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