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The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Matrix uses two dimensions which are:
A
strength of rivalry and strength of industry
B
market growth rate and industry attractiveness
C
industry growth rate and relative market share
D
level of competition and relative market share
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -BCG matrix has four cells, with the horizontal axis representing relative market share and the vertical axis denoting market growth rate. The mid-point of relative market share is set at 1.0. if all the SBU’s are in same industry, the average growth rate of the industry is used.

Detailed explanation-2: -The BCG matrix has two dimensions: relative market share (indicating profitability, through economies of scale) and market growth rate (indicating market attractiveness).

Detailed explanation-3: -The purpose of BCG Matrix is to make product investment decisions at a strategic level. The matrix is used in corporate strategy to analyze business units or product lines based on two variables: relative market share and the market growth rate.

Detailed explanation-4: -What Is a BCG Growth-Share Matrix? The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) growth-share matrix is a planning tool that uses graphical representations of a company’s products and services in an effort to help the company decide what it should keep, sell, or invest more in.

Detailed explanation-5: -A BCG matrix is a model used to analyze a business’s products to aid with long-term strategic planning. The matrix helps companies identify new growth opportunities and decide how they should invest for the future. Most companies offer a wide variety of products, but some deliver greater returns than others.

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