With no explanation, chose the best option from "A", "B", "C" or "D". remaining contention that 8 U.S.C. § 1326(b) is unconstitutional in light of Apprendi v. New Jersey, 530 U.S. 466, 120 S.Ct. 2348, 147 L.Ed.2d 435 (2000). See United States v. Ochoa-Gaytan, 265 F.3d 837, 845-46 (9th Cir.2001) (<HOLDING>). AFFIRMED. ** This disposition is not

A: recognizing the prior conviction exception of almendareztorres
B: holding that almendareztorres remains the law after apprendi
C: holding that apprendi carved out an exception for prior convictions that specifically preserved the holding of almendareztorres
D: recognizing exception carved out by almendareztorres
C.