In the Body of Your Routine Message Making Claims or Requesting

question 32

Multiple Choice

In the body of your routine message making claims or requesting actions,you should ________.

• A)clearly express your anger and frustration
• B)warn the reader of the consequences of inaction
• C)apologize for the inconvenience caused
• D)request specific action
• E)give a complete and specific explanation of the details

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Definitions:

Hofstede

A cultural dimensions theory proposed by Geert Hofstede, which analyzes cultural differences through five primary dimensions: power distance, individualism versus collectivism, masculinity versus femininity, uncertainty avoidance, and long-term orientation.

High-power-distance Cultures

Societal or organizational cultures that tolerate a larger degree of inequality in the distribution of power and authority.

Monochronic Cultures

Cultures that value doing one task at a time, emphasizing schedules, punctuality, and a linear approach to organizing time.

Polychronic Cultures

Societies that value multitasking and the simultaneous handling of engagements over a focus on punctuality and schedules.