Which of the Following Statements Reflects the Decision-Making Style of the Americans

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements reflects the decision-making style of the Americans in business negotiations?

• A) A business meeting is an opportunity to develop a business relationship with the goal of long-term mutual benefit.
• B) The economic issues are the context, not the content, of the business negotiation talks.
• C) A business negotiation is a problem-solving activity, the best deal for both parties being the solution.
• D) Business issues are akin to the journey, and resolving them is reaching the destination, with the journey being more important than the destination.
• E) Interpersonal and inter-organizational bonds take precedence over the bottom-line in business negotiations.

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