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The Bush and Clinton Presidencies — Unit test

Question 9 • MCPSS AL-Grade 6 United States Studies: The Industrial Revolution to the Present - Summer School 2026

Which best summarizes the outcome of the Watergate scandal?

Answer
A
Nixon narrowly avoided being removed from office, and the remainder of his presidency was marked by weakness and conflict.
B
Nixon was impeached by Congress, and Ford assumed the presidency but was soon dragged down by his own involvement in the scandal.
C
Nixon was impeached by Congress; Ford pardoned Nixon, then went before Congress to justify his decision.
D
Nixon resigned to avoid impeachment; Ford pardoned Nixon, then went before Congress to justify his decision.
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