How Does an MSH₂ gene Mutation Contribute to the Development

question 7

Multiple Choice

How does an MSH₂ gene mutation contribute to the development of colon cancer?

• A)Suppressor gene function is enhanced.
• B)DNA mutations are incorrectly repaired.
• C)Trinucleotide repeat sequences are enhanced.
• D)Drug resistance genes undergo amplification.

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