To overcome the slow loading times of muskets, military leaders sped up firing rates by

A. having infantrymen "double load" their muskets.
B. constantly urging infantrymen to load and fire faster.
C. using multiple ranks of infantrymen.
D. issuing infantrymen more ammunition.


Answer: C

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