Prison-based gangs have gained prominence as organized criminal groups,most notably the ____________,who are now found in at least nine state prison systems and reputed to be the most powerful of all prison gangs in America according to the text.

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Prison-based gangs have gained prominence as organized criminal groups,most notably the ____________,who are now found in at least nine state prison systems and reputed to be the most powerful of all prison gangs in America according to the text.​

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The text states that the Mexican Mafia is the most powerful of all prison gangs in America and is found in at least nine state prison systems. The other choices, the Crips, Gangster Disciples, and MS-13, are not described as being as prominent or powerful in the context of prison-based gangs.

Prison-Based Gangs Have Gained Prominence as Organized Criminal Groups,most Notably