This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery
Pediatric fracture of mandible pattern is typically seen as: 
Select and explain. 
A. Downwards and forwards., B. Downwards and backwards., C. Zig zag pattern due to presence of tooth buds., D. Comminuted fractures.
C: Zig zag pattern due to presence of tooth buds.
Answer: C: Zig zag pattern due to presence of tooth buds. 
Explanation: A high tooth-to-bone ratio exists in the pediatric bone. Fractures frequently occur through developing tooth crypts, giving a zig-zag appearance of fracture line.