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How was Jackson elected?

The Presidential Election of 1832 Map

This map shows the number of electoral votes cast for and against Andrew Jackson in the 1832 election. Use the map to answer the following questions.

How many states voted for Andrew Jackson in 1832? Count one-half for a state that divided its electoral votes.
How many states did not vote for Jackson in 1832? Count one-half for the state that divided its electoral votes.
What cluster of four states supported Jackson’s opponents?
Count the number of electoral votes for and against Jackson.
Compare the number of electoral votes and the popular votes for and against Andrew Jackson. How would you describe Jackson’s victory in 1832?