Why Is Cancer More Prevalent in Older Individuals? ​

question 15

Multiple Choice

Why is cancer more prevalent in older individuals? ​

• A)Cancer cells form at a faster rate.
• B)More mutations develop with age.
• C)The protective action of cytotoxic T cells breaks down with age.
• D)Cancers learn to disguise themselves as "self" with time.
• E)Older people tend to be exposed to more dangerous chemicals.

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