Which of the following statements best explains why third-degree burns are less painful than second-degree burns? a. third-degree burns are not as severe as second-degree burns. b. third-degree burns result in nerve damage, which reduces feeling. c. blisters are a mechanism of second-degree burns to alleviate pain. d. second-degree burns result in scarring. select the best answer from the choices provided. a b c d

The following statements BEST explains why third-degree burns are less painful than second-degree burns: Third-degree burns result in nerve damage, which reduces feeling. Correct B Third-degree burns are the most severe and result in a large loss of skin and damage to the nerves in the skin. Because of the nerve damage these burns are less painful than second-degree burns despite the fact that they are far more damaging.

i believe the correct answer is c