Which of the following statements best describes a benign tumor?

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Tumors that have not invaded underlying tissue, have even borders, and have not spread to other areas in the body are considered noncancerous although they should be removed or carefully monitored for changes. A mass of cells that invade surrounding healthy tissue, grows quickly, and can spread to distant sites and has irregular borders or color are the basic criteria of a malignant or cancerous lesion.

Which of the Following Statements Best Describes a Benign Tumor