When an adult pedestrian is struck by a motor vehicle, lateral and posterior injuries are most common because:

A) the patient is thrust onto the hood of the vehicle.
B) adults tend to turn to the side or away from the impact.
C) the patient is thrown and lands on his or her side or back.
D) the initial impact by the bumper spins the patient to the side.

Answer: B) adults tend to turn to the side or away from the impact.