Which of the following is part of explaining cancer with the disposable soma hypothesis?

a. Cancer is only caused by mutations in the germ line.
b. Despite selection for the most accurate DNA proofreading and repair mechanisms, it is impos-sible to prevent every single mutation.
c. There is a trade-off between the number of gametes and the accuracy of genetic transmission in gametes.
d. Cancer almost always affects somatic cells.


D

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