Describe the Forces at Work During a Roller Coaster Ride

question 38

Essay

Describe the forces at work during a roller coaster ride. Compare the impact of these forces on human physiology with the forces felt by the astronauts during a space launch.

Identify and avoid cultural bloopers in international business settings.

Recognize the role and effectiveness of cross-cultural communication strategies.

Appreciate the value of diversity in the workplace and its impact on creativity, productivity, and competitiveness.

Understand the legal aspects of discrimination, unconscious bias, and affirmative action in the workplace.

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Definitions:

Virtual Groups

Groups of individuals who interact via digital platforms and communication technologies, typically for a shared purpose or goal, without meeting in physical spaces.

Attribution Process

The cognitive process by which people explain the causes of behavior and events.

Computer-Mediated Communication

The exchange of messages between two or more individuals through the use of digital devices, such as computers and smartphones.

Informational Influence

A social influence process where an individual conforms to the opinions or behaviors of a group, believing the group has more accurate information.