Abnormal chromosomes are frequently found in malignant tumors. Errors such as translocations may place a gene in close proximity to different control regions. Which of the following might then occur to make the cancer worse?
A) an increase in nondisjunction
B) expression of inappropriate gene products
C) a decrease in mitotic frequency
D) death of the cancer cells in the tumor
E) sensitivity of the immune system

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Translocations can result in gene fusions and expression of inappropriate gene products, leading to uncontrolled cell growth and tumor progression. The other options are not directly related to the effects of abnormal chromosomes on cancer cells.

Abnormal Chromosomes Are Frequently Found in Malignant Tumors