Which of the following is most UNLIKELY to qualify as driving forces?
A) Changes in the long-term industry growth rate,the entry or exit of major firms,and changes in cost and efficiency
B) Increasing globalization of the industry and product innovation
C) New Internet technology applications,new government regulations,and significant changes in government policy toward the industry
D) Increasing efforts to collaborate with suppliers via strategic alliances and partnerships,escalating risk levels and normalization of cost and efficiency in the industry
E) Marketing innovations and changes in who buys the industry's product and how they use it

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Driving forces usually refer to factors that push an industry towards change and increased competition. Option D includes factors that are more related to operational improvements rather than market-shaping changes. The other options include changes that have a direct impact on the industry's competition and market dynamics.

Which of the Following Is Most UNLIKELY to Qualify as Driving