Globalization of the tobacco market shows that success of transnational corporations depends on all of the following EXCEPT which one?

A) economic competition
B) political influence
C) product quality
D) advertising

Globalization of the tobacco market and the success of transnational corporations in this field are less about the intrinsic quality of the product and more about factors such as economic competition, political influence, and advertising strategies. These elements play a crucial role in market expansion and dominance, whereas the quality of tobacco products, given the health concerns and regulations, is not the primary driver of success in the global market.