The argument in the passage would be most seriously weakened if it were true that

A In 2007 smugglers of banned products had significantly more funds
B Domestic production of illegal drugs increased considerably in 2007
C The authors statements were made to embarrass the officials
D In 2007 banned products entered the country by a different set of routes

Correct Answer: Domestic production of illegal drugs increased considerably in 2007

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