Which of the following was NOT a feature of the retail environment in China that caused difficulties for Walmart in its first decade of operation in the country? A. When Walmart entered China, free plastic bags were banned, which prompted consumers to shop more often and buy less, which was inconsistent with Walmart's approach of Big Box shopping. B. Chinese customers in urban environments visited grocery stores more often than American consumers, resulting in lower bills per visit. C. As a result of trade wars, Walmart was forced to pay substantially higher taxes than domestic Chinese retailers. D. The retail scene in China was quite dissimilar to the retail environments with which Walmart was previously familiar. E. Competition in China consisted of rivals that were willing to cut corners to avoid regulations and taxes.
