Tumor suppressor genes ____.
A)promote cell progression through mitosis
B)are oncogenes
C)encode growth factors
D)can become oncogenes when mutated
E)trigger tumor formation

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Tumor suppressor genes are normal genes that help to prevent uncontrolled cell growth and division. When these genes are mutated, they can become inactive or non-functional, leading to the development of cancer. Mutations in tumor suppressor genes can lead to the loss of their ability to suppress tumor formation, thus functioning as oncogenes.

Tumor Suppressor Genes ____