A USExecutive Had No Idea the Japanese Go Through a Very

question 129

Multiple Choice

A U.S.executive had no idea the Japanese go through a very elaborate ritual when exchanging business cards.When he arrived at a meeting in Tokyo,he sat down and tossed some of his business cards across the table at a group of stunned Japanese businesspeople.Due to the U.S.executive's rudeness,the multimillion dollar deal failed.The U.S.executive overlooked the importance of which environmental factor?

• A) culture
• B) demographics
• C) natural resources
• D) economic development
• E) political structure

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Definitions:

Deficit Beliefs

The perspective that individuals or groups are lacking in certain areas compared to a perceived norm, leading to disadvantages.

Cultural Insensitivities

Refers to actions or behaviors that show a lack of awareness or respect for other people's cultures and traditions, often leading to misunderstanding and offense.

Cultural Discontinuities

Gaps or inconsistencies that arise when different cultural backgrounds lead to misunderstandings or conflicts in values, expectations, or behaviors.

Unexamined Assumptions

Preconceived notions or beliefs that are accepted without questioning or critical analysis.