The Intensity of Rivalry Among Competing Sellers Does NOT Depend

The intensity of rivalry among competing sellers does NOT depend on whether

A) the industry has more than two strong driving forces and whether the industry has more than two diverse and capable strategic groups.
B) competitors are diverse in terms of long-term directions, objectives, strategies, and countries of origin.
C) strong companies outside the industry have acquired weak firms in the industry and are launching aggressive moves to transform the acquired companies into strong market contenders.
D) one or two rivals have particularly powerful and successful strategies to grow the business, attract and retain buyers, and develop a sustained competitive advantage.
E) industry conditions attract industry members to use price cuts or other competitive weapons to boost total sales volume and market share.