Question 1

In high-context cultures,messages are generally

Accepted Answer

A)  clear and factual.
B)  implied and context-specific
C)  explicit.
D)  opinionated.
E)  objective. B

Question 2

According to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator,sensor is the opposite personality trait preference of intuitive..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Feelers tend to be more people oriented and seek group harmony..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Oscar is very outgoing and tends to talk more than others during group discussions.He enjoys working in the group and encourages others to get involved.Which Myers-Briggs personality trait best describes Oscar?

Accepted Answer

A)  Thinker
B)  Extrovert
C)  Feeler
D)  Introvert
E)  Sensor

Question 5

In low power distance cultures,members accept major differences in power as normal,assuming that all people are not created equal..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Jasmin is bored by facts and details; he prefers to focus on the big picture.He values creativity,inspiration,innovation,theories,and abstract information.Which Myers-Briggs personality trait best describes Reggie?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sensor
B)  Judger
C)  Perceiver
D)  Thinker

Question 7

Believing a generalization about a group of people that oversimplifies their characteristics is an example of

Accepted Answer

A)  ethnocentrism.
B)  prejudice.
C)  stereotyping.
D)  discrimination.
E)  acceptance.

Question 8

Countries with short-term time orientations,such as Pakistan,Nigeria,the Philippines,Canada,Great Britain,and the United States,expect quick results from their efforts..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The belief that all Latinos are highly emotional is an example of which obstacle to understanding others?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prejudice
B)  Stereotype
C)  Discrimination
D)  Ethnocentrism
E)  Bias

Question 10

A particular culture's view of right and wrong can be fully understood only within the larger context of its history,religion,ethical standards,and so on..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Jason appears to be a very private person.He carefully thinks about what he is going to say before speaking.He enjoys the group but would prefer to work alone.Which Myers-Briggs personality trait best describes Jason?

Accepted Answer

A)  Extrovert
B)  Introvert
C)  Perceiver
D)  Judger
E)  Sensor

Question 12

In which parts of the world are countries most likely to have a short-term time orientation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Central and South America
B)  Asia
C)  Southern Africa
D)  Northern Europe and North America
E)  Northern Africa

Question 13

If you are a member of Generation X or are a Millennial,you can create a more supportive climate and productive group when working with Baby Boomers if you

Accepted Answer

A)  explain that you are knowledgeable,have a lot of experience,and that Baby Boomers can learn from you.
B)  get to the point and state your needs and objectives clearly.
C)  communicate face-to-face with Baby Boomers rather than relying completing on email and texting.
D)  recognize that Baby Boomers may not spend as many hours at work as you do,but will still get the job done.
E)  micromanage the work of Baby Boomers

Question 14

People from low-context cultures may prefer more information-rich technologies (such as videoconferences),as well as those that offer the feeling of social presence..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

In cultures,people are more dependent on language than nonverbal cues and the nature of relationships to express what they mean.

Accepted Answer

A)  high power distance
B)  short-term time orientation
C)  low-context
D)  low power distance
E)  high-context

Question 16

Kim is people-oriented.She wants everyone in the group to get along.She often spends extra time helping other group members.Which Myers-Briggs personality trait best describes Kim?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sensor
B)  Thinker
C)  Intuitive
D)  Perceiver
E)  Feeler

Question 17

Which of the following countries rank near the top of the list of high power distance cultures?

Accepted Answer

A)  Guatemala
B)  Israel
C)  Austria
D)  Denmark
E)  New Zealand

Question 18

According to Hofstede,the people of Japan,Venezuela,and Hungary live in a(n)culture.

Accepted Answer

A)  individualistic
B)  high power distance
C)  low power distance
D)  masculine orientation
E)  short-term time orientation

Question 19

There are more than religions in the world.

Accepted Answer

A)  4,000
B)  400
C)  6,000
D)  40,000
E)  60

Question 20

About 70% of the world's population regards independence and individualism as a more important value than collectivism..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 7: Listening and Responding in Groups

In high-context cultures,messages are generally

According to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator,sensor is the opposite personality trait preference of intuitive..

Feelers tend to be more people oriented and seek group harmony..

Oscar is very outgoing and tends to talk more than others during group discussions.He enjoys working in the group and encourages others to get involved.Which Myers-Briggs personality trait best describes Oscar?

In low power distance cultures,members accept major differences in power as normal,assuming that all people are not created equal..

Jasmin is bored by facts and details; he prefers to focus on the big picture.He values creativity,inspiration,innovation,theories,and abstract information.Which Myers-Briggs personality trait best describes Reggie?

Believing a generalization about a group of people that oversimplifies their characteristics is an example of

Countries with short-term time orientations,such as Pakistan,Nigeria,the Philippines,Canada,Great Britain,and the United States,expect quick results from their efforts..

The belief that all Latinos are highly emotional is an example of which obstacle to understanding others?

A particular culture's view of right and wrong can be fully understood only within the larger context of its history,religion,ethical standards,and so on..

Jason appears to be a very private person.He carefully thinks about what he is going to say before speaking.He enjoys the group but would prefer to work alone.Which Myers-Briggs personality trait best describes Jason?

In which parts of the world are countries most likely to have a short-term time orientation?

If you are a member of Generation X or are a Millennial,you can create a more supportive climate and productive group when working with Baby Boomers if you

People from low-context cultures may prefer more information-rich technologies (such as videoconferences),as well as those that offer the feeling of social presence..

In cultures,people are more dependent on language than nonverbal cues and the nature of relationships to express what they mean.

Kim is people-oriented.She wants everyone in the group to get along.She often spends extra time helping other group members.Which Myers-Briggs personality trait best describes Kim?

Which of the following countries rank near the top of the list of high power distance cultures?

According to Hofstede,the people of Japan,Venezuela,and Hungary live in a(n) culture.

There are more than religions in the world.

About 70% of the world's population regards independence and individualism as a more important value than collectivism..