As you start to sprint, you begin to realize that it's very dark out and you cannot see anything.  Due to the darkness, you miss one's footing and stumble because of a boulder on the path.  You drop to your knees.  Your accompanying friend crouches down to aid you.  What should your next move be?


A conclusion is reached that your only option is to get back up, try to compose yourself, and beat it!

or

As you discern that the footsteps are getting closer and you might not be able to escape, your only alternative is to lay down and play dead.