Which of the following statements best describes cells in culture that do not exhibit either density-dependent inhibition or anchorage dependence?
A) The cells are unable to form spindle microtubules.
B) The cells follow an altered series of cell cycle phases.
C) The cells show characteristics of tumors.
D) The cells have nonfunctional MPF.

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Cells that do not exhibit either density-dependent inhibition or anchorage dependence often behave like cancer cells, which can grow without being anchored to a surface and do not stop dividing when they become crowded, characteristics typical of tumors.

Which of the Following Statements Best Describes Cells in Culture