The disappointment with past trade negotiations is mainly the result of _____.

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The word "disappointment" suggests that there were high hopes or expectations for past trade negotiations, and the fact that these hopes were not met implies that they were overblown or unrealistic. Therefore, choice D, "overblown expectations," is the best answer. A, lack of funds, and B, low global competitiveness, are not mentioned in the context of the sentence, and C, excessive competitiveness, does not seem to be a likely cause of disappointment in trade negotiations.

The Disappointment with Past Trade Negotiations Is Mainly the Result