Which of the following is not accomplished in a competitive set $($i$.$e$.,$ competitive forces$)$ analysis?

Select one:

A$.$

Understanding the size of the firm$$s strengths and weaknesses are dictated by the size of the strengths and weaknesses of its direct competitors.

B$.$

Recognizing how direct competitors will respond to external influences, such as governmental regulation.

C$.$

Recognizing how the firm$$s goals and objectives compare to its direct competitors.

D$.$

Understanding the level of profitability in an industry.

E$.$

None of the choices are correct $-$ they are all true statements about a competitive set analysis.