Which of the Following Statements Is Not True

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not true?

• A)Certain types of virus can cause cancer.
• B)Melanomas are commonly caused by ionizing radiation.
• C)Neoplasia is another term for cancerous cells.
• D)About half the people with cancer have a mutation in a p53 gene.
• E)Most cancers are hereditary.

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Definitions:

Primary Appraisal

A cognitive evaluation of a potentially stressful event to determine whether its effect is positive, irrelevant, or negative.

Potential Stressor

Any event, situation, or condition that has the possibility to cause stress.

Primary Appraisal

The initial evaluation process where an individual assesses the significance of a stressor as irrelevant, benign-positive, or stressful.

Coping Mechanism

Strategies or behaviors employed by individuals to manage stress, deal with traumatic events, or handle daily challenges.