Question 200
In what type of accident is whiplash most common?
- In rear-end collisions.
- It is especially common in accidents involving pedestrians being struck.
- It is the most common injury in single-vehicle accidents.
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: In rear-end collisions.
In a rear-end collision, the head can move sharply backward and forward. This movement explains why whiplash is especially common in these accidents.