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a. the accumulation of tau proteins in the brain
b. chronic traumatic encephalopathy due to multiple head injuries
c. mechanical stress resulting from an impact to the head
d. sensory overstimulation resulting from an impact to the head
e. damage to nerve nets caused by exposure to explosions in combat zones


ANSWER: c

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b. 2
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