Which of the following reasons did U.S. soldiers give for their behavior during the Vietnam War’s My Lai massacre, when they murdered an entire village of unarmed women, children, and the elderly?
a. They thought the villagers were enemy soldiers.
b. They were attacked.
c. They were following the orders of their superiors.
d. They believed the villagers would notify others about their position.
Answer: C
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