Which List Correctly Ranks the Methods of Entering the Global

Which list correctly ranks the methods of entering the global marketplace in increasing order of risk?

A) Exporting,licensing and franchising,contract manufacturing,joint venture,and direct investment
B) Importing,contract manufacturing,licensing and franchising,joint venture,and direct investment
C) Licensing,franchising,contract manufacturing,joint venture,direct investment,and exporting
D) Franchising,contract manufacturing,joint venture,direct investment,importing,and licensing
E) Importing,contract manufacturing,joint venture,direct investment,and exporting