Explaining Why the Japanese Tend to Be Less Comfortable with Talking

question 57

Multiple Choice

Explaining why the Japanese tend to be less comfortable with talking into answering machines than Americans is probably best tackled from a(an) ________ perspective.

• A) evolutionary
• B) sociocultural
• C) collectivistic
• D) individualistic

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Definitions:

Political Needs

The requirements necessary for the governance and wellbeing of a society, including stability, participation, and the enforcement of legal norms.

Religious Needs

Requirements or desires that arise from an individual's faith or spiritual beliefs, impacting their way of living and interacting with the world.

Face-To-Face Interaction

Direct social interaction between individuals in close physical proximity.

Societies

Groups of individuals living together within structured communities that share customs, laws, and organizations.