When considering abnormal epigenetic modifications, what factor is currently being viewed as strongly associated with the development of some cancers?
a. Family genetics
b. Lifestyle choices
c. Environmental stressors
d. Emotional coping skills
ANS: C
Environmental stressors can markedly increase the risk of aberrant epigenetic modification and are strongly associated with some cancers. While genetics, lifestyle choices, and coping skills can affect the development and management of cancer, they are not currently considered as being the primary factors in the epigenetic modification that occurs.
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