MCD Reviewer midterms

What does cross-cultural communication primarily involve?

• Interactions only within the same culture

• Interactions between people of different cultural backgrounds

• Non-verbal communication in one's own culture

• Written communication within organizations

Which of the following is a characteristic of high-context cultures?

• Value direct and explicit communication

• Prefer detailed written contracts

• Rely heavily on interpersonal relationships and trust

• Avoid long-term relationships

Which of the following is NOT a type of communication?

• Written

• Oral

• Visual

• Electronic

Which barrier includes problems such as background noise or poor lighting?

• Psychological

• Physical

• Emotional

• Perceptual

Which barrier occurs when the speaker or listener has fear that affects effective communication?

• Physiological

• Too much information

• Emotional

• Semantic

What does organizational structure barrier refer to?

• Unclear roles and inefficient communication systems

• Cultural stereotypes

• Poor listening skills

• Lack of technology

What is one effective way to overcome cultural communication barriers?

• Avoid feedback

• Ignore language differences

• Be aware of message tone and clarity

• Use technical jargon

A team is best defined as:

• A group of individuals working separately

• A collection of people working together toward common goals

• A random mix of workers

• A competitive group of employees

Team spirit refers to:

• Formal communication among teams

• Individual achievement and competition

• Cooperation and camaraderie among members

• The hierarchy of team management

Which type of team works independently with little or no supervision?

• Virtual team

• Self-managed team

• Cross-functional team

• Problem-solving team