INB TOPIC 6 & 7

When considering cultural issues, it is best for a company to respect the culture of the region in which it does business.

• TRUE

• FALSE

When planning a business strategy, it is important to consider that some products and services, such as some type of meat, are not marketable with certain cultures.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Most aspects of a particular culture are usually taught in homes, schools, religious institutions, and the workplace

• TRUE

• FALSE

Business subcultures would probably be very similar in Brunei & Malaysia.

• TRUE

• FALSE

  Extended families are very common in western countries.

• TRUE

• FALSE

  Although it was not always true in the past, today women can participate equally with men in the workplace in most countries.

• TRUE

• FALSE

According to Hofstede's cultural dimensions, which dimension refers to the extent to which people in a society feel threatened by ambiguous situations?

• Power Distance

• Individualism vs. Collectivism

• Uncertainty Avoidance

• Masculinity vs. Femininity

In Hofstede's cultural dimensions, which dimension reflects the degree to which a society values and encourages assertiveness, competition, and achievement?

• Power Distance

• Individualism vs. Collectivism

• Uncertainty Avoidance

• Masculinity vs. Femininity

Hofstede's cultural dimension of individualism versus collectivism focuses on:

• The degree of acceptance for unequal distribution of power.

• The degree to which individuals are integrated into groups.

• The extent to which a society values long-term traditions and values.

• The extent to which a society tolerates uncertainty and ambiguity.

According to Hofstede, in cultures with high power distance, there is:

• A strong emphasis on individual achievement and success.

• A tendency to avoid uncertainty and ambiguity.

• Acceptance of unequal distribution of power and authority.

• A preference for close-knit social relationships and harmony.