Evaluate the consequences of a mutation in the p53 gene in terms of cancer progression.

• A. A mutation in the p53 gene enhances its ability to suppress tumors.
• B. A mutation in the p53 gene can disable its tumor-suppressing function, leading to increased cancer risk.
• C. A mutation in the p53 gene has no impact on cell division.
• D. A mutation in the p53 gene causes immediate cell death.