TQM Incorporation,an Oil and Gas Corporation Opened Its First Unique

TQM Incorporation,an oil and gas corporation opened its first unique fueling station in Mexico.The fueling station consisted of pumping islands,convenience stores and separate food courts.The success of the store led to the opening of more than 300 fuelling stations worldwide.Identify the offensive strategic goal that can explain why TQM Incorporation opened its filling stations worldwide.

A) To increase long-term growth and profit prospects
B) To prevent global consolidation
C) To preempt competitors' from opening similar stores
D) To avoid being locked out of markets by arriving too late