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Answer: C -Greenstick fracture occurs as a transverse fracture of the cortex and extends into the mid portion of the bone and runs along the long axis of the bone, which is common in children. Greenstick fractures occur in bones that are soft as in young age.

Epiphyseal fractures also occur in children where the fracture involves the epiphyseal plate or growth plate.

Buckle fractures occur commonly in children. This is characterized by incomplete fracture along with bulging of cortex. It most commonly occurs in the distal region.

In displaced type fractures, the fractured ends become separated.