Ethnocentrism Can Be Overcome in Part by

question 21

Multiple Choice

Ethnocentrism can be overcome in part by

• A) avoiding assumptions.
• B) judging other groups according to your own standards.
• C) ignoring the distinctions among cultures.
• D) remembering that people from other cultures communicate in ways that are inferior to your own.
• E) asserting the superiority of your own culture.

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Definitions:

No Eye Contact

This refers to a communication behavior where individuals avoid looking directly into each other's eyes during interaction, often interpreted differently across cultures.

Power Distance

The extent to which less powerful members of organizations and institutions accept and expect power to be distributed unequally.

Assertiveness

The quality of being self-assured and confident without being aggressive, allowing for clear and respectful communication of one's opinions and needs.

Collectivism

A cultural value that prioritizes group goals over individual goals and emphasizes the importance of cohesion within social groups.