During the first three presidential elections the president and the vice president were elected by

The Electoral College

Explanation:

The Electoral College is a body of electors that was established by the Constitution. This group meets every four years with the purpose of electing the president and vice president of the country, along with the popular vote of all citizens. However, during the first three presidential elections of the country, the president and the vice president were elected by the Electoral College.

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