Which of the Following Statements Identifies a Way in Which

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements identifies a way in which Jackson's inauguration was significant?

• A) During the inauguration, a drunken mob of people from various walks of life engaged in wild celebration and destruction, which appeared to symbolize the democratization of political life.
• B) The inauguration was such an impressive and welcoming affair that those who had been skeptical of Jackson's qualifications began to warm up to his presidency.
• C) The inauguration prompted organized and united reactions from the crowd that grew so violent that the new president needed to deploy troops his first day in office.
• D) During the inauguration, elite politicians were so impressed with the attitudes of the western Democrats present that new opportunities for collaboration between the parties emerged.
• E) The inauguration turned into a public scandal because rather than properly mourning his recently deceased wife, Jackson was seen dancing with many different women.

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