Becca Is Planning to Study for a Semester Overseas and She

question 158

Multiple Choice

Becca is planning to study for a semester overseas and she knows that it is beneficial to be aware of another culture's customs.In her research of different customs she learns that:

• A)a prolonged gaze would be a sign of confrontation to men in the Middle East.
• B)in Latin America it would be insulting to suggest to someone that they lower a price.
• C)Koreans typically do not shake hands when greeting strangers.
• D)most Japanese will be uncomfortable unless direct eye contact is maintained.

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Definitions:

Fiscal Policy

Government policies regarding taxation and spending that influence economic conditions.

Rational Expectations

The hypothesis that individuals form forecasts about the future based on all available information in an unbiased and logical manner.

Monetary

Pertaining to money, including aspects related to money supply, banking, and monetary policy used by a government to influence an economy.

Fiscal Policy

Government adjustments in spending levels and tax rates to monitor and influence a nation's economy.