All of the Following Are Limitations (Or Downsides)of the BCG

question 80

Multiple Choice

All of the following are limitations (or downsides) of the BCG (Boston Consulting Group) matrix EXCEPT:

• A) Every business cannot be accurately measured and compared on the two dimensions.
• B) It takes a dynamic view of competition which can lead to overly complex analyses.
• C) It views each business as a stand-alone entity and ignores the potential for synergies across businesses.
• D) While easy to comprehend, the BCG matrix can lead to some troublesome and overly simplistic prescriptions.

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Definitions:

Moral Principles

Fundamental beliefs or rules about right and wrong that guide an individual's behavior and decisions.

Larger Society

The broader social context that extends beyond smaller social units, encompassing larger groups and cultural norms.

Ultimate Consumers

The end-users who purchase and use products or services for personal, non-commercial purposes.

Household

A person or group of people living together in a single living accommodation, sharing meals or living space, and may consist of a family or other socially cohesive unit.