When a male graduate student from India was walking down the street with his American friend he reached out to hold his hand.The American asked him what he was doing and he responded that in India males often hold hands to demonstrate friendship.This illustrates which of the following?

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This scenario illustrates that nonverbal communication (in this case, holding hands) can be interpreted differently in various cultures. In India, it is common for males to hold hands to demonstrate friendship, while in the United States it may be interpreted as a romantic gesture between two men.

When a Male Graduate Student from India Was Walking Down