Directions: In the following question, four statements are provided between an opening statement and a closing statement. The four statements are jumbled up and form a coherent paragraph when properly arranged. Select the alternative representing the proper and logical sequencing of these six taken together.

1. Since they offer the promise of new markets and technologies-won quickly and painlessly, strategic alliances are surging in popularity. A. Example is Corning's alliance with Siemens. B. And a number of successful corporate unions have certainly got their share of press. C. But these strategic alliances are actually exceptions to the rule. D. Another is General Electric Company's collaboration with the Japanese company Fanuc.
2. An estimated 60% fail. Why?