All of the following are reasons for a greater focus on quality by U.S. firms except
A) competition from foreign firms.
B) customers that are more demanding.
C) unpredictability on Wall Street.
D) poorer financial performance.
E) reduced market share.

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The other four options are all reasons for U.S. firms to focus on quality. Competition from foreign firms, more demanding customers, poorer financial performance, and reduced market share all create a need for U.S. firms to improve their quality in order to remain competitive. While unpredictability on Wall Street may impact a firm's financial performance, it is not a direct reason for a greater focus on quality.

All of the Following Are Reasons for a Greater Focus