Why Were AT&T and GE Able to Undercut Marconi's Influence

question 18

Multiple Choice

Why were AT&T and GE able to undercut Marconi's influence with the U.S.Navy, even though Marconi was the best company?

• A)The U.S.Navy wanted to use government-owned companies over private companies.
• B)The U.S.Navy was concerned about a foreign-controlled company having so much power over their communications.
• C)The U.S.Navy wished to promote international relations by using foreign companies.
• D)The U.S.Navy was dissatisfied with the way American Marconi was being run.
• E)None of the above options is correct.

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