A developing country has established laws that prevent large and monopolistic firms from driving smaller companies out of the market.To help the smaller industries become stable,the government has provided them with numerous protections and tax exemptions.In this scenario,the political environment is operating primarily to ________.
A)protect consumers from cyclic economic fluctuations in prices
B)protect the environment from pollution caused by industries
C)protect workers from exploitation by their managers and superiors
D)protect companies from unfair competition in the market
E)enhance the standard of living for the society as a whole

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The laws preventing large and monopolistic firms from driving smaller companies out of the market, coupled with protections and tax exemptions for smaller industries, indicate that the political environment is focused on protecting companies from unfair competition. Other options such as protecting consumers, environment, or workers are not directly mentioned in the scenario. The ultimate goal of enhancing the standard of living for the society as a whole may be a result of the government's policies, but it is not explicitly stated as the primary focus.

A Developing Country Has Established Laws That Prevent Large and Monopolistic