Surgery Pleomorphic adenomas (mixed tumors) of the salivary glands are characterized by which of the following? A They occur most commonly on the lips, tongue, and palate B They grow rapidly C They rarely recur if simply enucleated D They present as rock-hard masses 💡 Explanation Pleomorphic adenomas (mixed tumors) of the salivary glands are characterized by which of the following? ✓ Correct Answer: A. They occur most commonly on the lips, tongue, and palate