A Variety of Reasons That May Cause a Positive Relationship

A variety of reasons that may cause a positive relationship between entry scale and post-entry performance.Which is not a reason?

A) large-scale entry may induce volume-driven cost advantages
B) in industries or services where location matters, large-scale entry (e.g., with many outlets) can lead to a lock-up of the more attractive locations
C) existing players are less likely to respond aggressively when the entrant has made substantial investments
D) existing competitors are more likely to expand in the country of origin of the entering company
E) large-scale entry could deter other prospective players to enter the country afterward