Jake Is Moving from Costa Rica to Australia to Manage

question 43

Multiple Choice

Jake is moving from Costa Rica to Australia to manage a new division of his company. After using Hofstede's research to investigate the country's cultural values, Jake sees individualism is ranked much higher in Australia. This tells him that he can expect that:

• A) workers prefer conformity.
• B) people want equality in power.
• C) people will take care of themselves.
• D) achievement is important to workers.

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Definitions:

Jihad

An Islamic term referring to the religious duty of Muslims; often interpreted as "striving in the way of Allah," which can encompass both spiritual and physical efforts.

McWorld

A term coined by Benjamin Barber to describe the globalizing of culture and commerce where national borders are less significant, leading to a homogenized, global culture.

Canadian Aid

Assistance provided by Canada to other countries, often in the form of developmental aid, humanitarian relief, or through contributions to international organizations.

Lester Pearson

A former Canadian Prime Minister known for his contributions to international peacekeeping and the implementation of significant social welfare policies in Canada.