An Advantage of Knowing a Culture's Gestures Is

question 27

Multiple Choice

An advantage of knowing a culture's gestures is

• A) they are closely tied to the language.
• B) that although most gestures are recognized as universal, there are occasional differences between cultures.
• C) being able to communicate with simplicity.
• D) that they will enable you to completely understand the culture.

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