What Is the Reason for the Withdrawal of Cells from the Cell

Multiple Choice

What is the reason for the withdrawal of cells from the cell cycle after exposure to stressful stimuli, like X-rays and damaging chemicals?

A) It gives the cell time to repair damage resulting from such adverse conditions.
B) It allows the cell to initiate programmed cell death.
C) It allows cells to initiate sodium transport.
D) It allows the cell to secrete defensive chemicals.
E) It gives the cell time to switch its developmental pathways.