There are $4$ envelopes with addresses and $4$ corresponding letters. The probability that no letter goes into its correct envelope is:

  • A
    $\frac{19}{24}$
  • B
    $\frac{21}{23}$
  • C
    $\frac{23}{24}$
  • D
    $\frac{1}{24}$

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