Given the task definition and input, reply with output. In this task, you are given a context and four options. Each option is a suggested ending for the context. You should read the context and pick the best ending for the context. Please answer with "A", "B", "C", and "D".

[header] How to start salary negotiation [title] Look up salary information for similar positions. [step] Before you develop your own range, you should have a general idea of the going rate in the industry. [substeps] Make sure you have a full understanding of the particular job being offered, including the exact responsibilities and expectations for someone in that role. <sep> (A) You'll need to do a lot of research to ensure you understand the expectations of that job so you can easily look it up to the perfect employer. The rate for each individual position is its own set of guidelines, so the application process should take some time. (B) In addition to assessing your capabilities, you should also know what the salary market expects of you. This will take into account your level of experience in the industry, as well as the demand for that position. (C) That will help you evaluate what the position is worth in other firms. Different companies may call similar positions by different names, so if you don't have an understanding of the full job description you won't know which other jobs compare with the one you've been offered. (D) You also will want to get a good understanding of whether or not higher salary is required for similar positions as the one you are looking at. To determine whether or not the position is state-specific, research the company's new hire contract and check for various requirements such as the recipient's income.
C