Which of the Following Best Summarizes the Goal of Cross-Cultural

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best summarizes the goal of cross-cultural awareness training for expatriates?

• A) It enables expatriates to cope with reverse-culture shock.
• B) It enables expatriates to share knowledge with host-country nationals more effectively.
• C) It enables expatriates to significantly upgrade their technical skills.
• D) It enables expatriates to effectively communicate with local customers and employees and be sensitive to the host-country's culture.

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Definitions:

Sociological Perspective

A viewpoint that involves seeing the general in the particular and understanding the societal patterns that influence individual and group life.

Social Forces

Complex societal factors that influence individuals' behaviors, decisions, and attitudes, shaping the direction of societal change and cohesion.

Personal Social Identity

An individual's sense of who they are, based on their group memberships, such as national, cultural, religious, or social affiliations.

Sociological Imagination

The capacity to see the personal and historical forces that shape our lives, understanding the link between personal experiences and the wider society.