Question 1

Scenario: The French Government
The French Government has placed many restrictions upon the use of the English language within their borders.They argue that the inflow of English movies,music,and literature is responsible for the dilution of their rich culture.
-Which of the following statements,if true,weakens their argument?

Accepted Answer

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Question 2

Which of the following terms is used to refer to the departure of highly educated people from one profession,geographic region,or nation to another?

Accepted Answer

The term "brain drain" is used to refer to the departure of highly educated people from one profession, geographic region, or nation to another.

Question 3

According to Hofstede's framework,a culture that scores low on ________ can change more rapidly because tradition and commitment are not impediments to change.

Accepted Answer

Cultures with a low score on long-term orientation tend to be more flexible and open to change, as they are less bound by traditions and more focused on short-term results and achievements.

Question 4

According to Hofstede's framework,cultures scoring high on the dimension of ________ generally have more relaxed lifestyles in which people are more concerned about caring for others as opposed to material gain.

Accepted Answer

According to Hofstede's framework, the dimension of femininity refers to the degree to which a culture values qualities traditionally associated with women, such as caring for others, quality of life, and cooperation. Cultures scoring high on this dimension tend to have more relaxed lifestyles, with less emphasis on material gain and more focus on caring for others. Therefore, option A is the best choice. Ethnocentricity, imperialism, and individualism are not relevant to this dimension.

Question 5

Konesia is a country with a number of offshore islands.Its landscape is characterized by deep valleys,rocky plains,and impassable mountains.Which of the following statements about the country is true,keeping its topography in mind?

Accepted Answer

The topography of Konesia, with its deep valleys, rocky plains, and impassable mountains, suggests that the country may be isolated and difficult to traverse. This would in turn suggest that cultural exchange may be slow to occur, making option B the most logical choice. The other options are not supported by the information given.

Question 6

Over the last ten years,nearly 90% of medical graduates from Konesia have left the country for higher-paying jobs in the United States.What phenomenon has Konesia been witnessing?

Accepted Answer

The phenomenon that Konesia has been witnessing is brain drain, which refers to the emigration of educated and skilled individuals to other countries, leaving their home country with a shortage of such individuals.

Question 7

Reverse brain drain is the process by which ________.

Accepted Answer

Reverse brain drain refers to the movement of highly skilled individuals back to their home country after working abroad. Choice B explains how former communist nations are luring professionals back to their homeland, which fits the definition of reverse brain drain. The other choices do not accurately define reverse brain drain.

Question 8

According to Hofstede's framework,a culture with ________ values security and places its faith in strong systems of rules and procedures in society.

Accepted Answer

Hofstede's framework identifies uncertainty avoidance as a cultural dimension that reflects the extent to which individuals in a society feel threatened by uncertain or ambiguous situations. Cultures with high uncertainty avoidance values security and prefer strong systems of rules and procedures to ensure predictability and stability in society.

Question 9

________ is often used to measure the technological advancement of a nation's markets or industries.

Accepted Answer

Material culture refers to the physical objects and artifacts that are reflective of a society's technology and development. Therefore, measuring a nation's technological advancement would fall under the category of material culture. Popular culture, trash culture, and vernacular culture are not directly related to measuring technological advancement.

Question 10

According to Hofstede's framework,cultures scoring high on the dimension of ________ tend to be characterized by personal assertiveness and the accumulation of wealth,typically translating into an entrepreneurial drive.

Accepted Answer

Hofstede's dimension of masculinity/femininity refers to the cultural values and beliefs associated with gender roles. Cultures scoring high on the masculinity dimension tend to place a high value on traits such as assertiveness, competitiveness, and material success, which can translate into an entrepreneurial drive.

Question 11

Sally,a social worker from the United States,has been stationed in Konesia for a year.She notices several things about the Konesian society; the people who report to her,for example,do so with an excessive amount of submissiveness,and her superior seems to expect the same of her.Which of the following statements about Konesia would be consistent with Hofstede's framework?

Accepted Answer

The excessive amount of submissiveness seen in Konesia and the expectation of submissive behavior from Sally's superior suggest a high power distance culture, which is one of the dimensions in Hofstede's framework. The other statements do not relate to any of the dimensions in Hofstede's framework.

Question 12

Scenario: The French Government
The French Government has placed many restrictions upon the use of the English language within their borders.They argue that the inflow of English movies,music,and literature is responsible for the dilution of their rich culture.
-Which of the following statements,if true,strengthens their argument?

Accepted Answer

If the sales of English novels have risen while French novels have declined, it suggests that there is a cultural shift towards English-language media that could be further exacerbating the dilution of French culture.

Question 13

According to Hofstede's framework,a culture with large power distance tends to be characterized by ________.

Accepted Answer

Hofstede's framework states that a culture with a large power distance tends to accept and expect inequality between superiors and subordinates, where power is concentrated at the top and there is a significant hierarchy in place.

Question 14

According to Hofstede's framework,which of the following dimensions describes the degree to which a culture accepts social inequality among its people?

Accepted Answer

Hofstede's dimension of power distance describes the extent to which a culture accepts social inequality among its people. It reflects the degree to which people in a society are comfortable with hierarchy and status differences. High power distance cultures accept and even expect unequal distribution of power, while low power distance cultures strive for equality and minimize power differentials.

Question 15

According to Hofstede's framework,organizations which have cultures that score high on ________ tend to be more hierarchical,with power deriving from prestige,force,and inheritance.

Accepted Answer

According to Hofstede's framework, organizations with high power distance cultures tend to be more hierarchical, with power deriving from prestige, force, and inheritance. High power distance cultures prioritize and respect authority figures and don't challenge the status quo. This is in contrast to low power distance cultures, which tend to emphasize equality, and individuals are comfortable questioning authority.

Question 16

Which of the following terms refers to the technology used in a culture to manufacture goods and provide services?

Accepted Answer

Material culture refers to the physical objects and technology used by a society to manufacture goods and provide services. It encompasses tools, machines, buildings, and other tangible items that are produced over time by a culture. Vernacular culture refers to the local, everyday practices and expressions of a community, while popular culture refers to the shared experiences and shared cultural expressions that exist within a larger society. Trash culture refers to a subculture that focuses on items that are considered to be of low quality or disposable, such as fast food or reality TV shows.

Question 17

________ cultures value hard work and promote entrepreneurial risk taking.

Accepted Answer

Individualist cultures, such as those found in the United States, value hard work and promote entrepreneurial risk taking. These cultures prioritize individual achievement and success, and they view entrepreneurship as a means to achieve those goals. Short-term oriented cultures prioritize quick results and may not place as much value on long-term entrepreneurial ventures, while high uncertainty avoidance cultures may discourage risk taking. Collectivist cultures prioritize group harmony over individual achievement and may not place as much emphasis on entrepreneurship.

Question 18

According to Hofstede's framework,a culture that scores low on ________ is characterized by individual stability and reputation,fulfilling social obligations,and reciprocation of greetings and gifts.

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

According to Hofstede's framework,cultures that score high on ________ value respect for tradition,thrift,and perseverance,and have strong work ethics.

Accepted Answer

Hofstede's framework has five dimensions: power distance, individualism vs collectivism, masculinity vs femininity, uncertainty avoidance, and long-term orientation. The description given in the question aligns with the long-term orientation dimension, which indicates the degree to which a culture values long-term goals, traditions, and perseverance. Therefore, the best choice is D.

Question 20

Andy comes from a culture that emphasizes hard work and promotes the entrepreneurial spirit within individuals.While he and his coworkers are encouraged to achieve their personal goals,they are also held responsible for their actions.According to Hofstede's framework,which of the following dimensions does this culture illustrate?

Accepted Answer

The culture that emphasizes hard work and promotes the entrepreneurial spirit within individuals and encourages them to achieve their personal goals, while holding them responsible for their actions, demonstrates high individualism. Individualism refers to a culture where individuals are expected to take care of themselves and their immediate family, and personal achievement and success are highly valued.

Quiz 2: Cross-Cultural Business