Question

question 53 (1 point)
the hepatitis b and c viruses are believed to promote liver cancer by
a) impairing the livers ability to store glycogen.
b) causing chronic inflammation of liver tissues.
c) reducing the livers ability to synthesize bile.
d) blocking the ability of liver cells to mount an immune response.

Explanation:

Hepatitis B and C viruses cause chronic inflammation of liver tissues. Chronic inflammation is a known risk factor for cancer development as it can lead to DNA damage, cell proliferation, and immune evasion over time. Impairing glycogen storage (A) and reducing bile synthesis (C) are functions related to liver metabolism but not the main mechanism for cancer promotion. Viruses do not block liver - cell immune response (D) in the way described here as the main cancer - promoting mechanism.

Answer:

B. causing chronic inflammation of liver tissues.