Rapid deceleration of the head, such as when it impacts the windshield, causes:
a) primary impact to the posterior aspect of the brain, resulting in compression injuries, bruising, or torn blood vessels.
b) stretching or tearing of the anterior aspect of the brain and compression injuries or bruising to the posterior aspect of the brain.
c) compression injuries or bruising to the anterior portion of the brain and stretching or tearing to the posterior portion of the brain.
d) compression injuries and contusions to the anterior, posterior, and lateral aspects of the brain.
Answer: c) compression injuries or bruising to the anterior portion of the brain and stretching or tearing to the posterior portion of the brain.
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