Neighboring countries tend to collaborate for all of the following reasons EXCEPT:

• A. the distance that goods need to travel between such countries is short
• B. neighboring countries tend to be in similar economic situations and therefore are able to better control currency exchange rates
• C. consumers’ tastes are likely to be similar, and distribution channels can be easily established in adjacent countries
• D. neighboring countries may have a common history and interests, and may be more willing to coordinate their policies