Within the Same Country, Some Foreign Businesses May Fall Prey

Within the same country, some foreign businesses may fall prey to politically induced harassment, while others may be placed under a government umbrella of protection and preferential treatment. Which of the following is the factor that explains this difference?

A) The level of domestication achieved
B) The differences in level of technology between the two countries
C) The cultural differences between the host nation and the business's home country
D) The import tariffs set by the host country
E) The evaluation of a company's contribution to the nation's interest