Culture in Business

What does "ambiguity" mean?

• A belief or idea about people of one group
  

• A belief or idea about people of one group
  

• A strong rule that must be followed

• An embarrassing social mistake

What is the meaning of "faux-pas"?

• A country or large group of people

• A way of thinking or feeling about something

• An embarrassing social mistake

• A conflict due to different cultures

Which term refers to a "conflict due to different cultures"?

• Culture clash

• Ambiguity

• Attitude

• Stereotype

What does "strict" refer to in the slides?

• Relaxed rules and expectations

• A flexible way of thinking

• Group-oriented decision-making

• Strong rules, demanding they are followed

Which of the following best defines "stereotype"?

• An open-minded perspective

• A belief or idea about a group of people

• A conflict in decision-making

• The way we approach unknown situations
  

What is "Uncertainty Avoidance"?

• A measure of how a society feels about the unknown
  

• A measure of how a society depends on individuals
  

• A measure of how cultures handle stereotypes
  

• A measure of group relationships in business
  

Which of the following behaviors might you see in a high Uncertainty Avoidance culture?

• Preference for flexibility and change
  

• Acceptance of ambiguity
  

• Preference for clear rules and formal communication
  

• Larger social circles
  

How might people in a low Uncertainty Avoidance culture behave?

• Be uncomfortable with change
  

• Have strict rules and laws
  

• Plan everything in advance
  

• Adapt easily to new situations
  

What is the main focus in collectivist cultures?

• Individual success and privacy
  

• The needs of the group and close relationships
  

• Ambiguity and flexibility
  

• Independence from family and colleagues
  

In individualist cultures, people tend to:

• Depend on their families for help
  

• Focus on group goals and achievements
  

• Avoid being private about their personal lives
  

• Prioritize personal success and independence