Why Does Venus Show Fewer Impact Craters as Compared to Mercury

Why does Venus show fewer impact craters as compared to Mercury or Mars?

A) The planet didn't get as many meteorite impacts as neighboring planets did.
B) The planet was extensively resurfaced by volcanic eruptions after the heavy bombardment period.
C) The thick atmosphere slows down and burns up many incoming meteors.
D) Both B and C are valid reasons, but not A.