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QuizMultiple Choice

Watergate and the Ford Years

Question 6 • U.S. History 2026 - 3311 B

The Supreme Court’s decision in United States v. Nixon resulted in Nixon’s

Answer
A
impeachment.
B
resignation.
C
appeal of the decision.
D
full second term as president.

Explanation

In United States v. Nixon, the Supreme Court ruled that President Nixon had to turn over White House recordings relevant to the Watergate investigation. The tapes provided strong evidence against him, and Nixon resigned soon afterward rather than face likely impeachment and removal. The correct choice is resignation.

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