Select the Most Correct Statement Concerning Skin Cancer

Question

Select the most correct statement concerning skin cancer.
A) Most tumors that arise on the skin are malignant.
B) Basal cell carcinomas are the least common but most malignant.
C) Melanomas are rare but must be removed quickly to prevent them from metastasizing.
D) Squamous cell carcinomas arise from the stratum corneum.

Accepted Answer

Melanomas are actually one of the more common forms of skin cancer, but they are the most deadly as they have a high potential to metastasize. Early detection and removal is crucial in preventing melanoma from spreading to other parts of the body.