How Does a Cell Typically Know When to Divide

question 11

Multiple Choice

How does a cell typically know when to divide?

• A)They have an internal clock and only divide when they reach a certain age.
• B)Tumor suppressor genes code for growth factor proteins that initiate cell division.
• C)Proto-oncogenes code for growth factor proteins that initiate cell division.
• D)Oncogenes code for growth factor proteins that initiate cell division.

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