Which of the Following Is True About Oncogenes

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about oncogenes?

• A) Oncogenes are normal genes that have undergone a mutation.
• B) Oncogenes cause cell division to slow down.
• C) When mutated, oncogenes turn into proto-oncogenes.
• D) Oncogenes increase apoptosis in surrounding cells.
• E) All of the answer choices are true statements about oncogenes.

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