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Which of the following should be your main concern when performing extrication in newer cars with catalytic converters?

1. The exterior shell of the converter reaches high temperatures and can burn you
2. Catalytic converters are known to spill hot acid from the core if the converter is damaged
3. The converter puts out chemical that can be harmful if inhaled
4. The high temperatures of the converter can vaporize spilled fuels under the car