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#Question id: 4317

Which of the following functions does the product of the p53 gene carry out?

#SCPH05 I Biotechnology

It inhibits the cell cycle.
It slows down the rate of DNA replication by interfering with the binding of DNA polymerase.
It causes cells to reduce expression of genes involved in DNA repair.
It allows cells to pass on mutations due to DNA damage.

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#Question id: 1433

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Which of the following interventions would NOT be likely to prevent tumor cells from metastasizing?

#Question id: 1434

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A bone tumor sample appears to be heterozygous for a p53 mutation. The most likely explanation for this finding is:

#Question id: 1435

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#Question id: 1436

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#Question id: 1437

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Exposure to benzo(a)pyrene is most frequently associated with which type of cancer?

#Question id: 1438

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