When Writing to Audiences Whose First Language Is Not English

question 57

Multiple Choice

When writing to audiences whose first language is not English, using humor is generally

• A)a bad idea, since jokes usually depend on culture-specific information.
• B)an excellent way to establish a positive relationship.
• C)acceptable, but only in high-context cultures.
• D)acceptable, but only in low-context cultures.

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Definitions:

Foreign Debt

Money borrowed by a country from foreign lenders, including international organizations, governments, or commercial banks.

National Currency

The official money issued and used by a specific country, serving as its primary medium of exchange.

Foreign Goods

Products or services that are produced outside one's own country and are imported for use or sale.

Manufacturing Sector

A segment of the economy dedicated to the production of goods through the processing of raw materials and the use of machinery.