After a serious highway accident involving 22 vehicles, ambulatory victims with minor injuries are transported home. For which reason were these victims triaged first?
A. Do the greatest good for the greatest number of people.
B. Secure the site in case the vehicles become overheated and ignite.
C. Improve traffic conditions to clear the accident site quickly.
D. Remove them so they do not see the critically injured victims.
Answer: A
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