Which of the Following Statements Pertaining to Oncogenes Is CORRECT

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements pertaining to oncogenes is CORRECT?

• A) Oncogenes derive from normal cellular genes involved in growth control termed "proto_oncogenes. "
• B) A mutation that creates an oncogene can affect cell behavior even in the presence of a normal copy of the corresponding protooncogene.
• C) Oncogenes generally differ from their normal counterparts as a consequence of a germline mutation (i.e., transmitted vertically from parent to offspring).
• D) Both A and B are correct.
• E) A, B, and C are all correct.

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Definitions:

Unstable Attributions

Refers to the tendency to make inconsistent explanations for the behavior of oneself or others.

Internal Attribution

The process of explaining an individual's behavior by attributing it to internal characteristics, such as personality traits, motives, or attitudes, rather than external factors.

Internal Attributions

The process of ascribing the cause of one's own or others' behavior to personal characteristics or traits rather than to external factors.

External Attributions

The process of inferring that a person's behavior is due to situational factors, rather than aspects of the individual themselves.