Polycentric Orientation Refers to ________

question 27

Multiple Choice

Polycentric orientation refers to ________.

• A) a host-country mind-set in which the manager develops a strong affinity with the country in which she or he conducts business
• B) the use of one's own culture as the standard for judging other cultures
• C) a collectivist mind-set, which emphasizes conformity, duty, prescribed roles, and sacrifice for the greater good
• D) the tendency to rely on elaborate verbal explanations, putting much emphasis on spoken words

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Definitions:

Dispositional Factors

Inherent personality traits or characteristics that influence an individual's behavior or attitudes.

Job Satisfaction

The level of contentment employees feel towards their work and workplace, influencing their performance and loyalty.

Identical Twins

Twins who originate from a single fertilized egg that splits and forms two embryos, sharing the same genetic material.

Equity Theory

Refers to the concept in social psychology that posits individuals assess the fairness of their work outcomes in relation to their inputs compared to others.