Which of the following statements is true of cancer?

A. Cancer is the result of a genetic mutation.
B. Cancer stays contained and does not move from its site of origin.
C. Cancer grows slowly
D. Cancerous tumors are contained within connective tissue capsules.
E. Most cancers are inherited.


Answer: A

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