Question 1

Which of the following is a trait of collectivists?

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A)   They pursue their own dreams and goals,even when it means spending less time with their family.
B)   They leave relationships when they are no longer mutually satisfying,beneficial,or convenient.
C)   They stay in contact with and work through extended networks built on family and friends.
D)   They make decisions based on each individual's needs.
E)   They enter friendships and relationships primarily based on common interests.F) A) and E)
G) C) and E)

Question 2

People in low uncertainty avoidance cultures often stress orderliness and consistency,even if it means sacrificing experimentation and innovation.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

In the Durable Manufacturing Company,the president,Alicia Hernandez,makes no more than five times what the lowest-paid worker earns.Alicia is often seen eating in the workers' lunchroom because she likes to hear opinions about how the work is going.Which term best describes the culture at the Durable Manufacturing Company?

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A)   assertive
B)   collectivist
C)   individualistic
D)   hierarchical
E)   egalitarianF) B) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 4

Organizations in present-oriented societies are less likely to develop clear long-term strategies and business plans.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Cultures with low future orientation

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A)   use inflexible and firm language.
B)   emphasize control and planning for the future.
C)   focus on intrinsic motivation.
D)   discuss long-term strategies and business plans.
E)   appreciate visionary approaches to business problems.F) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 6

Dina has been offered a job at a longstanding financial institution with a hierarchical culture.Which of the following should she expect to encounter when she starts work?

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A)   a steady stream of emails from her subordinates
B)   a lack of interest in status symbols
C)   a refusal to blame subordinates for leaders' mistakes
D)   offices of roughly equal size for all employees
E)   employees who are discouraged from openly challenging leadersF) A) and C)
G) All of the above E

Question 7

Which of the following people is most likely from a culture that is low in uncertainty avoidance?

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A)   McKenna hates ambiguous situations and often demands clarification.
B)   Ivan wants to have strict and unchangeable work rules.
C)   Kelsey constantly tries to make the workroom more orderly and organized.
D)   Brian complains whenever a change is proposed.
E)   Erin proceeds to implement a deal after a verbal agreement has been reached.F) A) and B)
G) All of the above

Question 8

Keiko is going to work as a manager in the Netherlands,which has a high performance orientation.Keiko should begin giving her new employees feedback as soon as possible.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following highlights the difference between Chinese and Brazilian etiquette and customs?

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A)   Meetings begin on time in China,while meeting times are relaxed in Brazil and often start 10 to 15 minutes late.
B)   Tibet is a taboo topic of conversation in Brazil,while deforestation is a controversial topic of conversation in China.
C)   Touching is rare in Brazil,while frequent and extended touching is accepted in China.
D)   Business attire in China should be stylish and fashionable,while conservative suits are preferred in Brazil.
E)   Gift giving is common for first meetings in Brazil,while gifts are generally not expected on the first meeting in China.F) B) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 10

Giles lives in a society where people are expected to solve their own problems.During business meetings,leaders do not waste time offering welcome or making social talk.Unfair treatment on the job is considered just the way life is.Which term best describes the type of culture Giles lives in?

Accepted Answer

A)   collectivist
B)   assertive
C)   uncertainty avoidant
D)   low humane orientation
E)   high performance orientationF) B) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 11

Finn chooses to enter relationships only with people who share his interests in sports and work.Whenever he finds himself having less in common with a friend,he leaves the relationship.What cultural dimension does Finn display?

Accepted Answer

A)   collectivism
B)   individualism
C)   humane orientation
D)   egalitarianism
E)   future orientationF) A) and D)
G) All of the above B

Question 12

Explain generational differences in workplace culture.

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Each unique generation has been socializ...

Question 13

Why are stereotypes formed? Do stereotypes serve any useful purpose?

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We naturally develop stereotypes,or gene...

Question 14

Which of the following is a feature of cultures with low performance orientation?

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A)   People place more emphasis on results than on relationships.
B)   Workers prioritize measurable goals and objectives in meetings.
C)   Employees view feedback as essential to improvement.
D)   Expressions of loyalty and sympathy are valued.
E)   Financial incentives are considered appropriate motivators.F) B) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 15

What are the effects of ethnocentrism on cross-cultural relationships?

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In cross-cultural working relationships,...

Question 16

Which of the following is characteristic of egalitarian cultures?

Accepted Answer

A)   Leaders can be approached directly by subordinates.
B)   Decision making is centralized.
C)   Subordinates are blamed for the mistakes of leaders.
D)   Salary ranges between the top and the bottom of the organization are extreme.
E)   Power is concentrated at the top.F) B) and C)
G) A) and E) A

Question 17

How is trust established in cross-cultural work relationships?

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Question 18

Raj is a middle manager at a textile company.He is always the first one to volunteer to stay late to get a job done,but he is not particularly loyal to the company or impressed by titles.Raj is most likely a member of which generation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Traditionalists
B)   Boomers
C)   Gen X
D)   Gen Y
E)   Gen ZF) None of the above
G) D) and E)

Question 19

Fred has been sent to build a factory in a small village.His new employees speak often of the rewards the factory will bring to their community.It takes Fred a long time to form relationships because the social networks there are close knit.Which term best describes the primary trait of the culture he is dealing with?

Accepted Answer

A)   collectivism
B)   individualism
C)   egalitarianism
D)   future orientation
E)   performance orientationF) C) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 20

What is the difference between egalitarian and hierarchical cultures?

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Exam 4: Communicating Across Cultures

Which of the following is a trait of collectivists?

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People in low uncertainty avoidance cultures often stress orderliness and consistency,even if it means sacrificing experimentation and innovation.

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Organizations in present-oriented societies are less likely to develop clear long-term strategies and business plans.

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Cultures with low future orientation

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Dina has been offered a job at a longstanding financial institution with a hierarchical culture.Which of the following should she expect to encounter when she starts work?

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Which of the following people is most likely from a culture that is low in uncertainty avoidance?

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Keiko is going to work as a manager in the Netherlands,which has a high performance orientation.Keiko should begin giving her new employees feedback as soon as possible.

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Which of the following highlights the difference between Chinese and Brazilian etiquette and customs?

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Giles lives in a society where people are expected to solve their own problems.During business meetings,leaders do not waste time offering welcome or making social talk.Unfair treatment on the job is considered just the way life is.Which term best describes the type of culture Giles lives in?

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Finn chooses to enter relationships only with people who share his interests in sports and work.Whenever he finds himself having less in common with a friend,he leaves the relationship.What cultural dimension does Finn display?

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Why are stereotypes formed? Do stereotypes serve any useful purpose?

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Raj is a middle manager at a textile company.He is always the first one to volunteer to stay late to get a job done,but he is not particularly loyal to the company or impressed by titles.Raj is most likely a member of which generation?

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Which of the following is a trait of collectivists?

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People in low uncertainty avoidance cultures often stress orderliness and consistency,even if it means sacrificing experimentation and innovation.

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Organizations in present-oriented societies are less likely to develop clear long-term strategies and business plans.

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Cultures with low future orientation

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Dina has been offered a job at a longstanding financial institution with a hierarchical culture.Which of the following should she expect to encounter when she starts work?

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Which of the following people is most likely from a culture that is low in uncertainty avoidance?

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Keiko is going to work as a manager in the Netherlands,which has a high performance orientation.Keiko should begin giving her new employees feedback as soon as possible.

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Which of the following highlights the difference between Chinese and Brazilian etiquette and customs?

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Giles lives in a society where people are expected to solve their own problems.During business meetings,leaders do not waste time offering welcome or making social talk.Unfair treatment on the job is considered just the way life is.Which term best describes the type of culture Giles lives in?

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Finn chooses to enter relationships only with people who share his interests in sports and work.Whenever he finds himself having less in common with a friend,he leaves the relationship.What cultural dimension does Finn display?

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Explain generational differences in workplace culture.

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Why are stereotypes formed? Do stereotypes serve any useful purpose?

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Which of the following is a feature of cultures with low performance orientation?

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What are the effects of ethnocentrism on cross-cultural relationships?

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How is trust established in cross-cultural work relationships?

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Raj is a middle manager at a textile company.He is always the first one to volunteer to stay late to get a job done,but he is not particularly loyal to the company or impressed by titles.Raj is most likely a member of which generation?

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