Which of the following is a characteristic of cancer cells?

Cancer cells are characterized by their ability to accumulate mutations that enable them to bypass normal regulatory mechanisms governing cell division. This accumulation of mutations can lead to uncontrolled replication, which is a hallmark of cancer. Cancer cells often develop mutations in genes that regulate the cell cycle, apoptosis (programmed cell death), and other critical functions, allowing them to grow and divide without the constraints that a normal, healthy cell would face. This uncontrolled growth is what leads to the formation of tumors and the progression of cancer. The other options do not accurately describe cancer cells; for example, many cancer cells evade detection and destruction by the immune system rather than being recognized by it.