Which of the following statements accurately describes the difference between benign and malignant tumors?
A) Benign tumors are always cancerous and spread to other parts of the body, while malignant tumors remain localized and do not spread.
B) Malignant tumors are characterized by uncontrolled cell growth and the ability to invade surrounding tissues, whereas benign tumors grow slowly and do not invade other tissues.
C) Both benign and malignant tumors grow at the same rate and have the same potential to invade surrounding tissues.
D) Benign tumors can become malignant if left untreated, while malignant tumors are typically non-cancerous and do not require medical intervention.