Match the Missing Words in the Following Phrase: Somatic Mutations

question 25

Short Answer

Match the missing words in the following phrase: Somatic mutations can give rise to cancer. Genes that encode proteins that stop cells dividing uncontrollably are called [A]. Mutations that [B] the amount or activity of the resultant proteins can lead to cancer. Genes encoding proteins that promote cell division are called [C]. Mutations that [D] the amount or activity of the resultant proteins can lead to cancer.

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Definitions:

Degrees of Freedom

The number of independent values or quantities that can vary in the calculation of a statistic, typically used in the context of statistical tests.

Test Statistic

A calculated value from sample data used to assess the viability of a hypothesis in a statistical test.

Degrees of Freedom

The count of distinct values or amounts that can be attributed to a statistical distribution while respecting all existing limitations.

Multinomial Experiment

An experiment that involves trials where each trial results in one outcome from a set of more than two possible outcomes.