Darlene was disappointed with mass-produced children’s clothing that fell apart after a couple washings so she and her few employees began making garments that would hold together until they were outgrown. darlene’s competitive edge is: a. quality performance. b. customer focus. c. niche market. d. integrity and responsibility.

a. quality performance

Explanation:

Darlene's advantage is quality performance. In this description, we learn that Darlene is disappointed in children's clothes, as they fall apart after a couple of washings, and wants to create something that is more resistant and has better quality. Therefore, her quality performance is what sets her and her business apart.

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