Chapter 4

Question 1

Culture

Answer 1

encompasses the knowledge, experience, beliefs, values, attitudes, religion, arts, symbols, and possessions acquired by a group of people over time.

Question 2

Subculture

Answer 2

A subculture is a cultural group within a larger or predominant culture, distinguished from it by factors such as class, ethnic background, religion, or lifestyle.

Question 3

Counterculture

Answer 3

to oppose mainstream values and attitudes, usually with a view to influencing change.

Question 4

Cultural Intelligence

Answer 4

refers to the capability to adapt, relate, and work effectively across various cultures.

Question 5

Rationalization

Answer 5

includes any attempt to increase a company’s effectiveness or efficiency.

Question 6

Cultural Norm

Answer 6

a value the society holds in common.

Question 7

Monochronic

Answer 7

Members of monochronic cultures see time as linear and sequential and focus on one thing at a time in a logical progression.

Question 8

Polychronic

Answer 8

In polychronic cultures, time involves many things happening simultaneously with the participation of many people.  

Question 9

Spatial Perception

Answer 9

refers to individual comfort levels with personal space and physical contact.

Question 10

cultural dimensions

Answer 10

which he uses to describe specific aspects of culture and to help those doing business in other countries understand the cultural differences between two countries.

Question 11

Customs

Answer 11

Traditions

- Behaviour that is often derived from their culture

Question 12

Normal speaking distance in Latin America?

Answer 12

less than one foot

Question 13

Tapping one finger

Answer 13

agree and support speakers opinion

Question 14

the correct way to break bread

Answer 14

right