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Following some ideas on how to improve outcome prediction in strategic military planning, the utility of matrices for such planning is explored, highlighting their descriptive role. The simple matrix centers on a bipolar conflict, which might involve two opposing multiparty alliances; the basic form for all matrices is presented, demonstrating how strategy options are in escalating order depending on intra-alliance perceptions, & the strategies & counterstrategies of the opposing parties differ according to perceptions. In this light, the difficulty of outcome prediction is reiterated, & various military strategies are illustrated in matrix form: eg, direct defense, escalation, & tripwire. Issues of credibility & economy in defense spending are considered before extending the matrix concept to the indirect approach & nonmilitary options, ie, political & economic, that precede the military option; this is salient in the context of international terrorism. In closing, additional issues to keep in mind for outcome prediction in strategic thinking are delineated. 12 Figures. J. Zendejas