Which statement about premalignant oral lesions is accurate?

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A biopsy is necessary to confirm leukoplakia.Leukoplakia resolves after quitting tobacco use.Erythroplakia carries a greater potential for cancer development than leukoplakia.Oral submucous fibrosis occurs globally in every region.

Explanation

Option C is correct because erythroplakia has a significantly higher likelihood of transforming into malignancy compared to leukoplakia. While biopsy can help diagnose leukoplakia, it is not always mandatory. Leukoplakia may persist even after stopping smoking, and oral submucous fibrosis is predominantly found in specific geographic areas, not worldwide.