All of the following are implications of strategic groups EXCEPT:

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The implication that the strength of the five forces is the same across strategic groups is not supported by the concept of strategic groups. Strategic groups are defined based on similar strategic characteristics and competition within a group is likely to be more intense than between groups. Additionally, the relative strength of the five forces can vary between strategic groups as they may have different levels of bargaining power, supplier power, threat of substitutes, etc. The closer the strategic groups are in terms of strategies, the greater is the likelihood of rivalry as they compete for the same market segments and customers.

All of the Following Are Implications of Strategic Groups EXCEPT