The intricate structure of DNA is vital to many cellular functions. Changes to DNA within a cell can have serious consequences. A DNA mutation that leads to the overproduction of protein would most likely lead to which of the following?

A.
the formation of cancer cells
B.
an uneven number of chromosomes in cells
C.
incorrect hydrogen bonding between nucleotides
D.
a decrease in the rate of DNA replication

A. the formation of cancer cells