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There is a sentence that is missing in the paragraph below. Look at the paragraph and decide where (option A, B, C, or D) the following sentence would best fit. Sentence: The mafia's deep-rooted connections in various government agencies made it almost impossible to eradicate their influence completely. Paragraph: Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, organized crime groups in Russia have grown significantly in power and influence. (A). In the 1990s, many mafia groups capitalized on the political instability and economic turmoil to embed themselves within the fabric of the new political system. (B). Their activities ranged from controlling regional elections to manipulating business regulations to favor their interests. (C). This convergence of criminal and political interests shaped Russia's post-Soviet governance in ways that continue to be felt today. (D).