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How much more likely were generals to die in the Civil War than privates?

Retry Correct Incorrect During the Civil War, generals would actually lead their troops into battle. This made them 50% more likely to become injured; many were the first to be shot when storming into battle.

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How much more likely were generals to die in the Civil War than privates?

• 50%
• They were less likely to die.
• 75%
• 10%