Which of the following is NOT among the factors that affect whether competitive rivalry among participating firms is strong,moderate,or weak?
A) Whether the products of rival sellers are strongly or weakly differentiated
B) Whether demand for the industry's product is growing rapidly or slowly
C) The degree to which rivals deploy whatever means it believes will attract and retain buyers,strengthen market position,and yield good profits
D) Whether the industry's key driving forces yield firms in the industry with adequate profits are strong or weak
E) Whether industry conditions tempt competitors to use price discounting or other competitive weapons to boost total sales volume and market share

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The strength/weakness of the industry's key driving forces and whether firms in the industry have adequate profits are not factors that directly affect competitive rivalry among participating firms. The other options (A, B, C, and E) are all factors that directly impact competitive rivalry.

Which of the Following Is NOT Among the Factors That