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Which dimensions did Geert Hofstede originally propose in his cultural dimensions theory?

Individualism-collectivism; uncertainty avoidance; power distance; masculinity-femininity (correct)
Collectivism-individualism; uncertainty avoidance; power distance; femininity-masculinity
Collectivism-individualism; uncertainty avoidance; power distance; masculinity-femininity
Individualism-collectivism; uncertainty avoidance; power distance; femininity-masculinity

What is the purpose of Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory?

To compare the cultural values of different societies
To examine the effects of a society's culture on the values of its members (correct)
To analyze the effects of a society's values on its culture
To determine the factors that influence a society's culture

Who developed the framework for cross-cultural psychology known as Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory?

Gert Jan Hofstede
Geert Hofstede (correct)
Hofstede's research teams
IBM

What research method did Geert Hofstede use to develop his original model of cultural dimensions?

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Did Geert Hofstede base his research on individual cultural preferences or national cultural preferences?

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Hofstede's Dimensions

A framework analyzing cultural values in societies.

Cultural Dimensions Theory Purpose

To analyze how culture influences the values of society members.

Geert Hofstede

The psychologist who developed cultural dimensions theory.

Research Method Used

Hofstede used factor analysis to identify cultural dimensions.

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National vs Individual Preferences

Hofstede focused on national cultural preferences, not individual ones.

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Study Notes

Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions Theory

Geert Hofstede originally proposed 4 dimensions in his cultural dimensions theory: Power Distance, Individualism vs. Collectivism, Masculinity vs. Feminity, and Uncertainty Avoidance.
The purpose of Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory is to understand cultural differences among nations and their impact on behavior and values.
Geert Hofstede developed the framework for cross-cultural psychology known as Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory.
Hofstede used a research method based on a survey of IBM employees across 40 countries to develop his original model of cultural dimensions.
Hofstede based his research on national cultural preferences, not individual cultural preferences.

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Test your knowledge of Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory with this quiz! Learn about how culture influences values and behavior, and explore the framework developed by Geert Hofstede.