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GEN3312

Total questions: 40

Worksheet time: 12mins

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Class
Date
1.

What are the indexes that make up Hofstede's Model of National Culture?

a)

1. Power Difference Index (PDI), 2. Individualism vs. Collegiate (ICI), 3. Masculinity vs. Femininity (MAS), 4. Uncertainty Avoidance Index (UAI), 5. National-Term vs. Social-Term Orientation Index (LSI), 6. Indulgence vs. Restraint Index (IRI)

b)

1. Power Difference Index (PDI), 2. Individualism vs. Collegiate (ICI), 3. Masculinity vs. Femininity (MAS), 4. Uncertainty Avoidance Index (UAI), 5. Long-Term vs. Short-Term Orientation Index (LSI), 6. Indicative vs. Restraint Index (IRI)

c)

1. Power Difference Index (PDI), 2. Individualism vs. Collegiate (ICI), 3. Masculinity vs. Femininity (MAS), 4. Uncertainty Avoidance Index (UAI), 5. Long-Term vs. Short-Term Orientation Index (LSI), 6. Indulgence vs. Restraint Index (IRI)

d)

1. Power Distance Index (PDI), 2. Individualism vs. Collectivism (ICI), 3. Masculinity vs. Femininity (MAS), 4. Uncertainty Avoidance Index (UAI), 5. Long-Term vs. Short-Term Orientation Index (LSI), 6. Indulgence vs. Restraint Index (IRI)

2.

What is a synonym of to levy?

a)
collect
b)
gather
c)
impose
d)
distribute
3.

What does the word tariff, in international business, refer to?

a)
A tax on imported or exported goods.
b)
A regulation on domestic pricing of goods.
c)
A type of insurance for exported products.
d)

A synonym for a phone credit packet.

4.

In Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions Model, what does Power Distance Mean?

a)
Power Distance measures the acceptance of unequal power distribution in a society.
b)
Power Distance refers to the level of individualism in a culture.
c)
Power Distance measures the economic wealth of a society.
d)
Power Distance indicates the degree of technological advancement in a country.
5.

What is vis-à-vis?

a)
Vis-à-vis is a term used to denote a relationship or comparison between two things.
b)
A historical figure in French politics
c)
A style of painting
d)

A type of French pastry

6.

What is private equity?

a)
Investment in government bonds
b)
Buying shares of publicly traded companies
c)
Funding startups through crowdfunding platforms
d)
Private equity is investment in private companies or buyouts of public companies, focusing on restructuring and improving their value.
7.

In Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions Model, what does Uncertainty Avoidance mean?

a)
Uncertainty Avoidance indicates a culture's level of technological advancement.
b)
Uncertainty Avoidance refers to a culture's preference for risk-taking.
c)
Uncertainty Avoidance measures the economic stability of a culture.
d)
Uncertainty Avoidance measures a culture's tolerance for uncertainty and ambiguity.
8.

What is supply chain agility?

a)
Supply chain agility is the ability to maintain a fixed inventory level.
b)
Supply chain agility refers to the speed of production only.
c)
Supply chain agility is the capability to rapidly adjust and respond to market changes and customer demands.
d)
Supply chain agility is the process of reducing costs without considering customer needs.
9.

What is 3PL?

a)
A financial service for logistics companies
b)
A method for direct shipping
c)
A type of software for inventory management
d)
Third-Party Logistics (3PL) is the outsourcing of logistics and supply chain management.
10.

What is the Harvard Referencing Style?

a)

A citation method used in academic business documents, which only uses footnotes for citations.

b)

A business-friendly format that requires only a bibliography without in-text citations.

c)

A citation method that uses numerical references instead of author-date used in academic business documents.

d)

A format that includes author-date citations in the text and a reference list used in academic business documents.

11.

In Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions Model, what does indulgence mean?

a)
Indulgence refers to a culture's strict adherence to rules and regulations.
b)
Indulgence is the level of control a culture has over its economic resources.
c)
Indulgence means the extent to which a culture prioritizes collective goals over individual desires.
d)
Indulgence means the degree to which a culture allows for the free expression of human desires and enjoyment.
12.

What is rapport?

a)
A psychological term for a state of confusion.
b)
A method of teaching that involves strict discipline.
c)
A type of food that is shared among friends.
d)
Rapport is a positive relationship built on trust and understanding.
13.

What is Guanxi?

a)

A traditional Chinese dish similar to the plov from Karakalpakstan, but with more meat and juicy seasonal plums.

b)

An AI supply chain software widely used in the industry.

c)

A type of martial arts practiced in China, but becoming increasingly popular in Uzbekistan.

d)

A system of social networks and relationships in China that is crucial for business and personal interactions.

14.

What is a cultural more?

a)
A cultural more is a form of artistic expression.
b)
A cultural more is a legal requirement for citizenship.
c)
A cultural more is a significant social norm that governs moral behavior.
d)

A cultural more is a type of traditional Central Asian dance.

15.

How many subcontinents are there in America?

a)

5

b)
1
c)
4
d)

3

16.

What is an example of a non-tariff barrier?

a)
Subsidy
b)
Import quota
c)
Tariff rate
d)
Export tax
17.

Which is an example of low power distance?

a)
A workplace with open communication and approachable management.
b)
An environment with limited feedback and communication channels.
c)
A hierarchical workplace with strict protocols.
d)
A company where management is distant and unapproachable.
18.

What is an example of high power distance?

a)
A flat organizational structure with equal authority.
b)
Employees frequently provide feedback to management.
c)
A culture where everyone shares decision-making equally.
d)
A corporate hierarchy where employees do not challenge their bosses.
19.

What is plagiarism?

a)
Plagiarism is the unauthorized use or representation of someone else's work as one's own.
b)
Plagiarism refers to the proper citation of sources.
c)
Plagiarism is the act of creating original content.
d)
Plagiarism is a form of artistic expression.
20.

What does verbatim mean?

a)
Verbatim means word for word.
b)
Verbatim means to translate into another language.
c)
Verbatim means to paraphrase.
d)
Verbatim means a summary of text.
21.

In Hofstede, what is an example of individualism?

a)
A society where family ties are considered less important than personal success, like in Italy.
b)
A culture that emphasizes community over individual achievements, like in Japan.
c)
A culture where personal goals are prioritized over group goals, like in the United States.
d)
A culture that values collective decision-making over personal opinions, like in Sweden.
22.

What is an example of low-power distance?

a)
A workplace where employees are afraid to speak up.
b)
A company with strict hierarchies and no feedback.
c)
An environment where management makes all decisions without input.
d)
A workplace where employees can freely express their opinions to management.
23.

In Hofstede, what is an example of a Low Uncertainty Avoidance Index situation?

a)
A workplace that encourages risk-taking and innovation without strict rules.
b)
A workplace with rigid rules and strict procedures.
c)
An environment that discourages new ideas and maintains the status quo.
d)
A company that penalizes employees for making mistakes.
24.

In Hofstede, what is an example of collectivism?

a)
A community that values competition and self-reliance over collaboration.
b)
A society where individual rights are prioritized above community needs.
c)
A culture where family and community are prioritized over individualism.
d)
A culture that emphasizes personal achievements over group goals.
25.

In Hofstede, what is the opposite of indulgence?

a)
excess
b)
freedom
c)
liberation
d)
restraint
26.

Which country is not North American?

a)

Mexico

b)

Canada

c)

Panama

d)

the U.S.

27.

In Hofstede, what is an example of individualism?

a)
Germany, known for its strong community ties.
b)
The United States, where personal achievement is highly valued.
c)
Japan, where group harmony is prioritized.
d)
Brazil, which emphasizes family over individual success.
28.

In Hofstede, what is an example of a High Uncertainty Avoidance Index situation?

a)
A nation with a relaxed approach to rules and uncertainty, such as Brazil.
b)

A country known for its open-mindedness and adaptability, like the Netherlands.

c)
A country with strict regulations and low tolerance for ambiguity, such as Greece.
d)
A country with flexible regulations and high tolerance for ambiguity, such as Sweden.
29.

Which is not an example of Harvard Style citation?

a)

(Chuy, 2017)

b)

[2017, Chuy]

c)

(2017, Chuy)

d)

Chuy 2017

30.

Which country is American?

a)

Sierra Leone

b)

San Marino

c)

Cuba

d)

Andorra

31.

In Hofstede, what does Long-Term Orientation mean?

a)
Long-Term Orientation reflects a focus on future rewards, persistence, and adaptability in a culture.
b)
A preference for individualism over collectivism.
c)
Emphasis on tradition and resistance to change.
d)
A focus on immediate results and short-term gains.
32.

In Hofstede, what does Short-Term Orientation mean?

a)
Short-Term Orientation prioritizes collective goals over individual achievements.
b)
Short-Term Orientation values tradition and historical continuity.
c)
Short-Term Orientation focuses on long-term planning and future rewards.
d)
Short-Term Orientation emphasizes immediate results and adaptability to current circumstances.
33.

In Hofstede, what is the Motivation to Achieve and to Succeed Index?

a)
It refers to the cultural dimension of collectivism versus individualism.
b)
It is a measure of how cultures value tradition over innovation.
c)
It indicates the level of risk aversion in a society.
d)
It is a cultural dimension that measures the extent to which individuals are motivated by achievement and success.
34.

In Hofstede, what were the previous classifications for the Motivation to Achieve and Succeed Index?

a)
Independence vs. Dependence and High-context vs. Low-context Communication
b)

In the previous index, it meant Masculinity vs. Femininity

c)
Achievement vs. Failure and Power Distance vs. Uncertainty Avoidance
d)
Conformity vs. Nonconformity and Long-term vs. Short-term Orientation
35.

In Hofstede, what does Long-Term Orientation mean?

a)
It emphasizes immediate gratification and short-term gains.
b)
It focuses on tradition and maintaining the status quo.
c)
It encourages a lack of planning and spontaneity in decision-making.
d)
It represents a focus on long-term planning and perseverance over immediate results.
36.

What is a free trade area?

a)
A free trade area is a place where countries impose higher tariffs on imports.
b)
A free trade area is a region where countries have no trade agreements at all.
c)
A free trade area is a zone where only one country can trade freely with others.
d)
A free trade area is a region where member countries reduce or eliminate trade barriers among themselves.
37.

What is a customs union?

a)
A customs union is a trade agreement that allows free trade among member countries and establishes a common external tariff.
b)
A customs union is a political organization that regulates immigration.
c)
A customs union is a military alliance between countries.
d)
A customs union is a type of currency exchange.
38.

What is a common market?

a)
A common market is a type of currency used in trade.
b)
A common market is a single country with no borders.
c)
A common market is a government policy for taxation.
d)
A common market is a trade bloc that enables free movement of goods, services, capital, and labor among its members.
39.

What is an economic union?

a)

A type of government that regulates trade policies

b)

A financial agreement between two countries like Uzbekistan with Russia's MIR

c)

A system of tariffs and quotas for imports and exports within a geographic area

d)

An economic union is a trade region that combines a common market with a customs union, allowing free movement of goods, services, capital, and labor among member countries.

40.

What is a political union?

a)
A political union is a cultural organization that promotes shared traditions.
b)
A political union is a military alliance formed for defense purposes.
c)
A political union is a political entity formed by the union of multiple states or regions that share governance.
d)
A political union is a type of economic agreement between countries.