If an adult person has a faulty version of the human-analog to ced-4 of the nematode, which of the following might more likely result?
A)neurodegeneration
B)activation of a developmental pathway found in the worm but not in humans
C)a form of cancer in which there is insufficient apoptosis
D)webbing of fingers or toes
E)excess skin exfoliation

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The human-analog to ced-4 in nematodes plays a crucial role in promoting apoptosis or programmed cell death. A faulty version of this protein in humans may result in a form of cancer in which there is insufficient apoptosis, leading to uncontrolled cell growth and proliferation. A, B, D, and E are not directly related to the function of ced-4 and are therefore unlikely to be affected by a faulty version of this protein.

If an Adult Person Has a Faulty Version of the Human-Analog