Injury Severity Factors Quiz

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Which of the following factors affects the severity of physical injuries the most?

  • Velocity
  • Kinetic Energy (correct)
  • Mass
  • Time

What is the formula for calculating kinetic energy?

  • KE = MV
  • KE = M/V
  • KE = MV²/2 (correct)
  • KE = M²V/2

How does the time needed for the transfer of energy affect the severity of physical injuries?

  • The shorter the time needed, the greater the likelihood of producing damage (correct)
  • The longer the time needed, the greater the likelihood of producing damage
  • The time needed affects the type of injury, not the severity
  • The time needed has no effect on the severity of physical injuries

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