In a lateral dislocation of the ankle, the affected limb:

A) presents with a downward pointing foot (plantar flexion).
B) presents with an upward turned foot (dorsiflexion).
C) presents with a foot turned outward from the ankle.
D) remains in the normal anatomical position and becomes immediately swollen.

Answer: C

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