Cultural Differences in Global Business Practices
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What is the definition of ethnocentrism?

  • A mentality that appreciates and values all cultures equally.
  • A mentality that rejects all cultural norms.
  • A mentality that promotes diversity and inclusion.
  • A mentality that perceives one's own culture, ethics, and norms as natural and morally right. (correct)

    • What is the significance of English as a global business language?

  • It has achieved lingua franca status due to globalization and economic output of English-speaking countries. (correct)
  • It is only used in English-speaking countries.
  • It is not essential for international business communication.
  • It is the most spoken language in the world.

    • Which religion has the most number of adherents?

  • Christianity (correct)
  • Islam
  • Hinduism
  • Buddhism

    • What does culture refer to, based on the text?

    <p>The collective programming of the mind that distinguishes groups of people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the dominant language used in global business, as stated in the text?

    <p>English</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the underlying background upon which interaction and communication take place as per the text?

    <p>Context</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of long-term orientation?

    <p>Perseverance and savings for future betterment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor affects managerial behavior according to the text?

    <p>Individualism and entrepreneurship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does sensitivity to cultural differences help avoid according to the text?

    <p>Blunders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the overlap between ethical and legal according to the text?

    <p>Individual and firm behavior standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What follows the cliché 'When in Rome, do as the Romans do' according to the text?

    <p>Ethical relativism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does managing ethics overseas involve according to the text?

    <p>Following local norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Ethical imperialism' refer to?

    <p>Belief in having the best set of ethics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is associated with combating corruption?

    <p>Transparency International</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of 'Cultural Intelligence' as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Identifying symbols and taboos in various cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of 'Acquiring Cultural Intelligence' involves understanding one's own cultural mental software?

    <p>Awareness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are 'Norms' as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Practices of relevant players that influence individuals and firms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which act specifically deals with Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices in the Philippines?

    <p>R.A 3019 Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of high-context cultures?

    <p>Communication relies heavily on unspoken conditions or assumptions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Power distance' refer to in the Dimension Approach of cultural differences?

    <p>The extent to which less powerful members accept unequal power distribution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach groups countries with similar cultures together as one cluster?

    <p>Cluster Approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does individualism refer to in terms of cultural differences?

    <p>Identity tied to individual self</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In low-context cultures, how is communication typically interpreted?

    <p>By taking everything at face value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Masculinity versus femininity' in cultural dimensions refers to what aspect?

    <p>Sex role differentiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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