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Cancer - causes and mechanism

Problem

An oncologist studies a patient’s report and notes that their tumor contains neoplastic cells. He informs the patient about this finding, and proceeds to explain what its implications are.
From the list below, identify the correct information that the doctor will give his patient.
Choose 2 answers: