Which of the Following Is the Least Desirable Business Reason $\text {to pursue certain business strategies }$

Which of the following is the least desirable business reason for a company to invest in debt or equity securities?

A) to generate investment income
B) to invest short-term, excess cash
C) C) $\text {to pursue certain business strategies }$

D) to weaken the relationship between the investing company and a key vendor.