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: Forensic Medicine
True statement regarding postmoem hypostasis is/are 
Select and explain. 
A. Also known as rigor mois, B. Stas within 8 hours of death, C. Present all over the body, D. It is present on dependent pa
D: It is present on dependent pa
Answer: D: It is present on dependent pa 
Explanation: D i.e. It is present on dependant pa Post moem lividity does not develop in drowning in running waterQ (due to constantly changing position of body) and areas of contact flatteningQ (due to collapsed capillaries)