Which of the following statements is NOT true?
A)Urban machines were able to operate cities efficiently.
B)Urban machines needed an inflated number of public employees to boost their opportunities for handing out jobs as patronage.
C)Much of the cost of machine-run municipal government was borne by taxpayers.
D)Urban machines acted as a humanizing force,making life better for masses of immigrants arriving to America.

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Urban machines often faced criticism for inefficiency, corruption, and cronyism, rather than being recognized for operating cities efficiently. They were known for their ability to control votes and provide services in exchange for political support, but not necessarily for efficient city management.

Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True