Countries with a general preference for indirect communication are likely also to
A) value individualism.
B) value family and group authority.
C) place a higher value on words than shared background.
D) favor structured messages with technical details.

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Countries that prefer indirect communication tend to be collectivist in nature, and value family and group authority over individualism. They may use more contextual cues and nonverbal communication to convey messages, rather than relying purely on words. They tend to prioritize building and maintaining relationships before getting to the point, and may use more vague or ambiguous language to avoid direct confrontation or offense.

Countries with a General Preference for Indirect Communication Are Likely