Context Seems to Affect Communication Style in Different Ways

question 44

Multiple Choice

Context seems to affect communication style in different ways. Which of the following is an accurate statement regarding the influence of context?

• A) Japanese business communications are direct and rely on an intuitive style so they prefer to communicate via letters
• B) American and Canadian communications are generally indirect and rely on a rational, process-based approach
• C) Managers in high-context cultures are generally more comfortable with silence, feel that details can be worked out later, and engage in more complex and indirect communication
• D) Managers in low-context cultures frequently use nonverbal features and prefer to "beat around the bush"

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Definitions:

Herfindahl Index

A measure of market concentration that squares the market share of each firm competing in the market and sums the resulting numbers, used to assess the competitiveness of a market.

Monopolistically Competitive

Refers to a market structure where many firms sell products that are similar but not identical, allowing for some degree of product differentiation and market power for each firm.

Price Control

Government-imposed limits on the prices that can be charged for goods and services in the market to control inflation and stabilize the economy.

Monopolistically Competitive

A market structure where many firms sell products that are similar but not identical, allowing for competition based on quality, price, and branding.