Which of the following describes a remarkable feature of the election of 1796?
A) Congress had to resolve the deadlock in the electoral college.
B) The winner lost the popular vote.
C) The winners of the presidency and vice presidency were from different parties.
D) The winner was a relatively unknown person.
Answer: C
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