Cancer can result if
A) mitosis is too infrequent.
B) mitosis is too frequent or does not stop.
C) the cell cycle runs backward.
D) the cell cycle stops.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Cancer occurs when there is uncontrolled cell division, resulting in the growth and spread of abnormal cells. This is most commonly caused by mutations that lead to the disruption of the normal cell cycle, causing cells to divide too frequently or not stop dividing when they should. Therefore, choice B is the correct option.

Cancer Can Result If