Question 1

Define "open person" and then discuss two examples of open person.

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An "open person" is someone who is receptive to new ideas, experiences, and perspectives. They are willing to listen to others, consider different viewpoints, and adapt their own beliefs and behaviors based on new information. Open people are generally curious, non-judgmental, and eager to learn and grow.

One example of an open person is someone who is always interested in learning about different cultures and traditions. They may enjoy traveling to new places, trying new foods, and engaging in conversations with people from diverse backgrounds. This person is open to experiencing and understanding different ways of life, and they may actively seek out opportunities to expand their knowledge of the world.

Another example of an open person is someone who is willing to challenge their own beliefs and listen to opposing viewpoints. This person may engage in respectful and open-minded discussions with others, even if they have differing opinions. They are open to considering new information and perspectives, and they may be willing to change their own beliefs if they encounter compelling evidence or arguments. This openness to new ideas and willingness to engage in dialogue with others demonstrates their open-mindedness.

Question 2

Describe the two broad types of barriers that are based on level of complexity. Cite an example to illustrate your answer.

Accepted Answer

The two broad types of barriers based on level of complexity are physical barriers and cognitive barriers.

Physical barriers are obstacles that are tangible and can physically prevent or impede someone from accessing something. An example of a physical barrier is a locked door that prevents people from entering a building or room.

Cognitive barriers, on the other hand, are obstacles that are related to a person's thoughts, beliefs, or mental processes. These barriers can include biases, stereotypes, or limited knowledge that prevent someone from understanding or accepting certain information or ideas. An example of a cognitive barrier is a person's belief that they are not capable of learning a new skill, which prevents them from trying to learn it.

Question 3

The emergence of mandatory sexual-harassment training is evidence of inappropriate sexual behavior occurring in the workplace.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Defining a person as lower in status or social position if that person has just one
Ancestor who was a member of a lower group in the society's hierarchy

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A)  is called racism 
B)  is called the rule of hypodescent 
C)  is called ethnocentrism 
D)  a and c are correct 
E)  none of the above is correct 
A)  is called racism 
B)  is called the rule of hypodescent 
C)  is called ethnocentrism 
D)  a and c are correct 
E)  none of the above is correct

Question 5

Describe culture-mindedness and discuss two reasons culture-mindedness is needed. Cite an example.

Accepted Answer

Culture-mindedness refers to being aware

Question 6

The biological bases for the perception of distinct races

Accepted Answer

A)  has been proven 
B)  has not been proven 
C)  shows human variation is continuous, not discrete 
D)  b and c are correct 
A)  has been proven 
B)  has not been proven 
C)  shows human variation is continuous, not discrete 
D)  b and c are correct

Question 7

Is there a relationship between ethnocentrism and the judgment barrier? Explain.

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is a relationship between eth

Question 8

Discuss the five assumptions of mainstream culture about diversity. Cite an example of each to illustrate your answer.

Accepted Answer

The five assumptions of mainstream cultu

Question 9

Discuss the layers of stress. Cite an example to illustrate your answer.

Accepted Answer

Stress can be thought of as having layer

Question 10

The cultural assumptions embedded in organization policies and procedures

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A)  are highly congruent with mainstream U.S. culture 
B)  set the context for the texture of relations among employees 
C)  cannot be known because they are unconscious 
D)  a and b are correct 
A)  are highly congruent with mainstream U.S. culture 
B)  set the context for the texture of relations among employees 
C)  cannot be known because they are unconscious 
D)  a and b are correct

Question 11

an "open person" is one who is

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A)  warm and genuine in his/her communication style 
B)  an authentic person 
C)  a special target of hostile treatment because perceived as different and therefore
Deserving of contempt 
D)  a and b are correct 
A)  warm and genuine in his/her communication style 
B)  an authentic person 
C)  a special target of hostile treatment because perceived as different and therefore
Deserving of contempt 
D)  a and b are correct

Question 12

Gender issues no longer exist in the workplace due to the women's movement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Both men and women are concerned with balancing the responsibilities of home and work life

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is not one of the five barriers that hinder positive interpersonal
Relations

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A)  stress 
B)  nonverbal communication 
C)  judgment 
D)  listening carefully 
A)  stress 
B)  nonverbal communication 
C)  judgment 
D)  listening carefully

Question 15

Discuss the gender issues commonly reported at work cites and cite an example for each.

Accepted Answer

Gender issues commonly reported at work

Question 16

Which of the following is not one mainstream culture's five assumptions about diversity

Accepted Answer

A)  The U.S. is a meritocracy 
B)  Americans have a broad knowledge of their culture 
C)  If it is different it is wrong 
D)  Never talk about diversity 
A)  The U.S. is a meritocracy 
B)  Americans have a broad knowledge of their culture 
C)  If it is different it is wrong 
D)  Never talk about diversity

Question 17

Discuss the rule of hypodescent. Cite an example.

Accepted Answer

The rule of hypodescent, also known as t

Question 18

Discuss the two levels to which cultural-minded people are sensitive.

Accepted Answer

Cultural-minded people are sensitive to

Question 19

What is meant by organization barriers? Discuss three examples of organization barriers.

Accepted Answer

Organization barriers refer to the obsta

Question 20

The culture-minded person

Accepted Answer

A)  recognizes different ways of thinking and communicating in culturally diverse situations 
B)  recognizes the texture of relations in interactions in culturally diverse situation 
C)  In relation to level of complexity, the culture-minded person recognizes dynamics on the
Interpersonal and organization levels 
D)  all of the above 
A)  recognizes different ways of thinking and communicating in culturally diverse situations 
B)  recognizes the texture of relations in interactions in culturally diverse situation 
C)  In relation to level of complexity, the culture-minded person recognizes dynamics on the
Interpersonal and organization levels 
D)  all of the above

Define "open person" and then discuss two examples of open person.

Describe the two broad types of barriers that are based on level of complexity. Cite an example to illustrate your answer.

The emergence of mandatory sexual-harassment training is evidence of inappropriate sexual behavior occurring in the workplace.

Defining a person as lower in status or social position if that person has just one Ancestor who was a member of a lower group in the society's hierarchy

Describe culture-mindedness and discuss two reasons culture-mindedness is needed. Cite an example.

The biological bases for the perception of distinct races

Is there a relationship between ethnocentrism and the judgment barrier? Explain.

Discuss the five assumptions of mainstream culture about diversity. Cite an example of each to illustrate your answer.

Discuss the layers of stress. Cite an example to illustrate your answer.

The cultural assumptions embedded in organization policies and procedures

an "open person" is one who is

Gender issues no longer exist in the workplace due to the women's movement.

Both men and women are concerned with balancing the responsibilities of home and work life

Which of the following is not one of the five barriers that hinder positive interpersonal Relations

Discuss the gender issues commonly reported at work cites and cite an example for each.

Which of the following is not one mainstream culture's five assumptions about diversity

Discuss the rule of hypodescent. Cite an example.

Discuss the two levels to which cultural-minded people are sensitive.

What is meant by organization barriers? Discuss three examples of organization barriers.

The culture-minded person

Introduction: Cultural Diversity Competence: a Proactive Response to Change and Cultural Complexity

Understanding Culture As Multilevel

Practicing Culturally Centered Communication Skills

Designing and Implementing Organizational-Cultural Competence

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Exam 3: Understanding the Six Barriers

Define "open person" and then discuss two examples of open person.

Describe the two broad types of barriers that are based on level of complexity. Cite an example to illustrate your answer.

The emergence of mandatory sexual-harassment training is evidence of inappropriate sexual behavior occurring in the workplace.

Defining a person as lower in status or social position if that person has just one Ancestor who was a member of a lower group in the society's hierarchy

Describe culture-mindedness and discuss two reasons culture-mindedness is needed. Cite an example.

The biological bases for the perception of distinct races

Is there a relationship between ethnocentrism and the judgment barrier? Explain.

Discuss the five assumptions of mainstream culture about diversity. Cite an example of each to illustrate your answer.

Discuss the layers of stress. Cite an example to illustrate your answer.

The cultural assumptions embedded in organization policies and procedures

an "open person" is one who is

Gender issues no longer exist in the workplace due to the women's movement.

Both men and women are concerned with balancing the responsibilities of home and work life

Which of the following is not one of the five barriers that hinder positive interpersonal Relations

Discuss the gender issues commonly reported at work cites and cite an example for each.

Which of the following is not one mainstream culture's five assumptions about diversity

Discuss the rule of hypodescent. Cite an example.

Discuss the two levels to which cultural-minded people are sensitive.

What is meant by organization barriers? Discuss three examples of organization barriers.

The culture-minded person

Introduction: Cultural Diversity Competence: a Proactive Response to Change and Cultural Complexity

Understanding Culture As Multilevel

Practicing Culturally Centered Communication Skills

Designing and Implementing Organizational-Cultural Competence

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