With Regard to the Direct Use of Language,which of the Following

question 44

Multiple Choice

With regard to the direct use of language,which of the following statements is false?

• A) Americans tend to be direct,blunt,and honest.
• B) Most cultures use less direct language than Americans do in order to preserve the dignity of others.
• C) In Asian cultures,directness oftentimes clashes with the maintenance of social harmony.
• D) In Japan "Okay" can actually mean No.
• E) Members of an ingroup can use less explicit language.

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