Which of the Following Would Qualify as an Example of a Defensive

Which of the following would qualify as an example of a defensive goal?

A) An international apparel brand's goal to conduct a wide range of research across its areas of operation in order to find customer preferences and improve overall market position.
B) A Swiss chocolate firm's aim to go overseas in order to utilize the advantage of economies of scale.
C) An American candy manufacturer's goal to take advantage of the benefits of differences in operating costs in other countries.
D) An Italian pizzeria's desire to enter into a franchising agreement with a firm in the United States to increase its profit prospects.