Saddam modelled himself on that will known humanitarian Josef Stalin. He killed any and all who opposed him or were likely to oppose him or would be capable to oppose him.

There are stories about him having people stand in groups while he went among them and executed them with a pistol.

They are finding body dumps all over the country.

You have a problem with American soldiers who are expecting people to drive mobile bombs amongst them and try to kill them. Sometimes these Americans have shot at people who gave that appearance.

You try it.

Meanwhile the concept of a 'ratio' between Iraqis and Americans is a good one. What if it allows the Americans to have a few free shots if they are 'under your curve'?

Let's see how your 'ratio' compares when you're shot by a terrorist pretending to be wounded.