To Convey Meaning in a Low-Context Culture Such as the One

question 31

Multiple Choice

To convey meaning in a low-context culture such as the one existing in Germany, people rely more on

• A)gestures and vocal inflection.
• B)indirectness and metaphors.
• C)situational cues.
• D)explicit verbal communication.

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Definitions:

Collectivist

Pertaining to cultures or societies that prioritize group goals over individual ones, emphasizing community, cooperation, and interdependence.

Individualistic

A cultural or personal orientation that emphasizes independence, self-reliance, and the priority of individual goals over group objectives.

Power Distance

A cultural dimension that describes the extent to which individuals in a society accept that power in institutions and organizations is distributed unequally.

Cultural Differences

Variations in the values, beliefs, practices, and rituals among groups of people from different backgrounds.