When there are items that are out of the control of the programmer that may support or oppose the program goals, this is termed A. Program deterrents B. External motivators C. Environmental influences D. External influences

Option D (External influences) is the correct choice.

Explanation:

External factors including certain regulatory changes, the economy, globalization as well as new technologies may determine the effectiveness of such smaller businesses. They are the be the variables that may be out of a corporation's influence. While a company has no power regarding external factors, these factors may have a direct effect on the company.

Other given choices are not related to the given circumstances. So that option D would be the right one.