What is a sprain?

An injury to a ligament.

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  1. A skin blister
  2. An injury to a ligament ✔
  3. A broken bone

Why: Sprains are ligament injuries listed among sports injuries to know.

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References

Answer: An injury to a ligament. Sprains are ligament injuries listed among sports injuries to know.

  1. Scouting America: Sports www.scouting.org/merit-badges/sports
    including sprains; strains; muscle cramps
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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