The swelling that occurs in conjunction with a contusion is caused by:

A) inflammation of the injured blood vessels.
B) rupture of large blood vessels in the dermis.
C) aggregation of platelets to the injured site.
D) leakage of fluid into spaces between the cells.

Answer: D) leakage of fluid into spaces between the cells.

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