How did the Works Progress Administration differ from earlier New Deal public works projects?
A. The Works Progress Administration was more specific in its focus and hired far fewer workers.
B. The Works Progress Administration was intended to build up the United States military.
C. The Works Progress Administration hired workers for reasons other than manual labor.
D. The Works Progress Administration did not strictly hire Americans living and working in rural areas.
Answer: C
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