Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in our society. Cancer is a disease in which a
cell in the body loses its sensitivity to factors which regulate cell growth and division. The
cell begins to multiply without restriction, creating a growing mass called a tumor, which
interferes with the structure and functioning of the organ in which it is located.
Frequently, cancer cells become metastatic, meaning that they travel, settling in a number
of places and giving rise to secondary tumors. Much of medical research is devoted to
finding ways of preventing, controlling, and curing cancer.
When would it be correct to reject any proposed cure for cancer?
A. if it was based on surgery, radiation therapy, and/or chemotherapy
B. if it was based on lifestyle elements of diet, exercise, and attitudes
C. if it was based on research that was with a variety of human volunteer subjects
D. if it was based on research for a period of time, with frequent checks and controls
E. if it was not able to alter the ability of cancer cells to metastasize