Global communication challenges include
A) variations in time, holidays, days in a workweek, and language.
B) direct and indirect communication styles, belief that there is more than one right way, and shared meanings.
C) lack of understanding of other cultures and placing a high value on mutual understanding.
D) productivity and favorable relationships.

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Variations in time (due to different time zones), holidays, days in a workweek, and language are all practical challenges that affect global communication.

Answer: B
 Direct and indirect communication styles, belief that there is more than one right way, and shared meanings are all cultural challenges that affect global communication.

Answer: C
 Lack of understanding of other cultures and placing a high value on mutual understanding are also cultural challenges that affect global communication.

Answer: D 
 Productivity and favorable relationships are important goals of global communication but do not necessarily represent specific challenges.

Global Communication Challenges Include