Approximately what percentage of cancers is due to a single-gene mutation?
A. 50% to 70%
B. 30% to 40%
C. 20% to 25%
D. 5% to 10%
ANS: D
The majority of cancers are sporadic or multifactorial due to a combination of genetic and environmental factors; however, approximately 5% to 10% of all cancers are due to a single-gene mutation (Garber & Offit 2005).
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