In colorectal cancer, several genes must be mutated for a cell to develop into a cancer cell. Which of the following kinds of genes would you expect to be mutated?
A) genes coding enzymes that act in the colon
B) genes involved in control of the cell cycle
C) genes that are especially susceptible to mutation
D) genes regulating cell division in colon bacteria

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Genes involved in the control of the cell cycle are critical for maintaining normal cell growth and division. Mutations in these genes can lead to uncontrolled cell proliferation, a hallmark of cancer.

In Colorectal Cancer, Several Genes Must Be Mutated for a Cell