Power Distance Dimension Refers to the "Power Inequality" Between Superiors

question 37

Multiple Choice

Power distance dimension refers to the "power inequality" between superiors and subordinates. Which of the following countries probably ranks high on the power distance scale?

• A)Saudi Arabia
• B)Austria
• C)England
• D)Denmark
• E)Sweden

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