Which of the following most likely describes the reason why the Mexican government has made little progress in eliminating the drug cartels in Mexico?

Widespread police corruption can undermine efforts to fight drug cartels: officials may warn cartel members about investigations or protect their operations. The best answer is A, widespread police corruption. The Mexican government has used army troops against cartel violence, and the United States has provided assistance, so B and D are less likely explanations.

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