Multiple Choice
Which of the following steps (in order) would most likely lead to tumor formation?
A) A mutation in a single cell-cycle gene occurs,then the cell rapidly divides and spreads.
B) A mutated tumor-suppressor gene is inherited,several proto-oncogenes become mutated,and the cell dies.
C) A mutation in a cell-cycle gene occurs,then shortly afterwards the cell dies.
D) A mutated tumor-suppressor gene is inherited,other mutations in proto-oncogenes occur,and the cell rapidly divides and spreads.
E) A proto-oncogene is inherited,mutation converts it into an oncogene,and the cell rapidly divides and spreads.
Correct Answer:

Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q7: Cancer consists of too much<br>A) cell division.<br>B)
Q8: Why does wearing sunscreen reduce cancer risk?<br>A)
Q9: Proteins scan chromosomes for damage during the<br>A)
Q10: BRCA1 and BRCA2 are _,p53 is a
Q11: A newly identified mutation in mice,called "darkened
Q13: Why are Ashkenazi Jews more susceptible to
Q14: Cells that have accumulated too much chromosomal
Q15: Which statement accurately describes cancer development?<br>A) It
Q16: Why might a change in its amino
Q17: How many copies of any particular gene