Why was the fact that George Washington was elected unanimously so important? *
a. It was unique, and it indicated how much respect and popularity he had gained.
b. It paved the way for other unanimous elections.
c. It meant that he would be president forever.
d. It meant that he had voted for himself.
The fact that George Washington was elected unanimously was so important because "a. It was unique, and it indicated how much respect and popularity he had gained," since America desperately needed a well-respected and unifying leader at this time.
