Which of the Following Factors Did NOT Contribute to Zachary

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors did NOT contribute to Zachary Taylor's victory in the election of 1848?

• A) Democratic defections to the Free Soil Party
• B) successful evasion of the controversial slavery issue
• C) heroic military exploits during the Mexican War
• D) long record of political participation and leadership

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