Mutant versions of genes that are normally involved in promoting the cell cycle are known as ________.

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Mutant versions of genes that promote the cell cycle are known as oncogenes. Tumor suppressors are genes that normally inhibit the cell cycle and prevent the formation of tumors. Proto-oncogenes are normal genes that can become oncogenes if mutated. Malignant genes and attenuators are not commonly used terms in the study of oncogenes.

Mutant Versions of Genes That Are Normally Involved in Promoting