The 1792 election was the first presidential race following the initial election of George Washington as first president, during which Washington ran unopposed for a second term. Which of the following is true concerning this election?
A) Washington was the only candidate because he did not allow anyone to oppose him.
B) This was the last presidential election in which there was no political party competition.
C) It was later learned that Britain's king was supportive of Washington's candidacy.
D) Political parties were illegal during this time so no legitimate competition could be formulated.
E) It marked the beginning of a long era of the one-party system of government in the United States.
B
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