Some Researchers Have Argued That in Highly Individualistic Cultures, Such

question 30

Multiple Choice

Some researchers have argued that in highly individualistic cultures, such as that of the United States, the emotion of shame is usually triggered by individual actions. However, in more collectivist cultures like Japan's, shame is linked to groups. This would seem to indicate that

• A) the United States is far more dramaturgically inclined than other cultures.
• B) Japanese people have more trouble with emotion work than do Americans.
• C) emotions have a strong genetic component.
• D) emotions are not only personal, because the expression of emotions can also be social and cultural.

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Recognize the application and exceptions to the doctrine of consideration, including past consideration and moral obligation.

Analyze contract modifications and the requirement of additional consideration for enforceability.

Identifying enforceable promises without consideration under specific statutory exceptions.

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