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Which one of the following is not a property of cancerous cells whereas the remaining three are?

1. They compete with normal cells for vital nutrients.
2. They do not remain confined in the area of formation.
3. They divide in an uncontrolled manner.
4. They show contact inhibition.

Correct answer: They show contact inhibition.

Solution

Cancerous cells typically divide uncontrollably, invade surrounding tissues, and compete with normal cells for nutrients. They usually lose contact inhibition, so showing contact inhibition is not a property of cancer cells.

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