A company has a profit margin of 18%, while its main competitor has a profit margin of 20%. What can be inferred about the company's performance?

• A. The company is outperforming its main competitor.
• B. The company's performance is unrelated to its main competitor.
• C. The company is slightly underperforming compared to its main competitor.
• D. The company is performing at the same level as its main competitor.

Answer: (C)