Which of the following molecular mechanisms is specifically implicated in the oncogenesis of cervical cancer associated with prior HPV infection?
A)The E7 protein expression inactivates p53.
B)The E7 protein expression inhibits Rb function.
C)The E6 protein expression suppresses G -M cell cycle arrest. 2
D)The E6 protein expression activates c-myc.

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The E7 protein of HPV specifically inhibits the function of the retinoblastoma protein (Rb), which is a key regulator of the cell cycle. This disruption allows the cell to bypass normal growth control mechanisms, contributing to the development of cancer.

Which of the Following Molecular Mechanisms Is Specifically Implicated in the Oncogenesis