Which of the following statements regarding the hangman's fracture is correct?
A) Hangman's fractures occur when the patient's skull rapidly accelerates.
B) Most hangman's fractures occur during a fall from greater than 10 feet.
C) It is a fracture of C2 that is secondary to significant distraction of the neck.
D) Severe hyperflexion of the neck commonly results in a hangman's fracture.
Answer: C) It is a fracture of C2 that is secondary to significant distraction of the neck.
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