Which of the following is NOT a way that standards can emerge in an industry?
A) Lobbying the government to mandate an industry standard when the benefits of establishing a standard are recognized
B) Emerging rules and regulations about resource use and worker safety
C) Government- or association-set standards fall into the public domain
D) Market demand
E) Industry association between cooperating businesses without government assistance

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Emerging rules and regulations about resource use and worker safety are not necessarily considered to be industry standards, as they are often enforceable by law and not necessarily voluntarily adopted by all businesses in the industry. The other options all involve voluntary or mandated adoption of standard practices within an industry.

Which of the Following Is NOT a Way That Standards