Multiple choice

____ is caused by excessive pulling of ligaments.

  1. Strain

  2. Sprain

  3. Tension

  4. Fracture

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B Correct answer
Explanation

A sprain is an injury caused by excessive stretching or tearing of ligaments, the tough bands of tissue connecting bones. Strains affect muscles/tendons, tension is force, and fracture is a break in bone. The term specifically refers to ligament damage.