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how might lincoln’s beard have saved his life?
a a group of killers didn’t recognize him because of his beard.
b more people began to trust and vote for him.
c he was given more bodyguards.
d he was protected from a train accident.
The story behind Lincoln's beard involves a letter from a young girl, Grace Bedell, who suggested he grow a beard to make him more approachable. This change in appearance helped him gain more public trust and votes, which secured his presidency; without winning the election, he would not have been in the position where his life was targeted later, and the broader support contributed to his safety in the political context. The other options are not based on the historical account of his beard's impact.
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B. More people began to trust and vote for him.