Which of the following statements is true about black military service during the Civil War?

A) Occasionally, black men served in integrated units in the army.
B) White officers were often ready to command black troops because they received more pay to do so.
C) Black soldiers were paid less because whites thought they would be used only for menial work.
D) Blacks were used only as combat troops, since that was more dangerous.


Answer: C

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