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Why were the contributions of women important to the war effort during World War II?

A.
They helped the military send coded messages in different languages and assisted in planning attacks.

B.
They joined the military in a new regiment that became the most decorated unit in U.S. military history.

C.
They encouraged Americans to be patriotic, to volunteer, and to support the Allied cause during the war.

D.
They filled a variety of critical civilian and military jobs formerly held by men to free up men for combat.

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THE ANSWER IS LETTER D. They filled a variety of critical civilian and military jobs formerly held by men to free up men for combat.

To release up men for war, they took up a number of important civilian and military positions that were previously filled by men. Women served in a variety of occupations during World War II, including factory workers, nurses, clerks, and pilots.

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i think it might be d?
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