Which statement best describes the immediate post-slavery experience for ex-slaves?

a. They were able to engage fully in the economic, social and political activities in their towns.
b. Freedmen took advantage of the educational opportunities available to them and had education rates equal to those of whites.
c. Most freedmen immediately moved north.
d. Their life expectancies increased dramatically.
e. Their income increased relative to the income of whites.

e. Their income increased relative to the income of whites.