Lillian and Thomas are employees of a software development firm in San Francisco. Thomas believes that Lillian exhibits behaviors that resemble those of individuals from masculine cultures. Which statement, if true, supports Thomas's beliefs?
A) Lillian places more emphasis on a harmonious working relationship between members in her team.
B) Lillian places more emphasis on creating an atmosphere of competition among her team members.
C) Lillian places more emphasis on undertaking initiatives aimed at mobilizing funds for the underprivileged.
D) Lillian places more emphasis on undertaking initiatives aimed at preventing environmental degradation.
E) Lillian places more emphasis on achieving social mobility through collectivist means.

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According to Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory, masculine cultures value competitiveness, assertiveness, and achievement, whereas feminine cultures value cooperation, nurturing, and relationship-building. Thus, if Lillian places more emphasis on creating an atmosphere of competition among her team members, this would support Thomas's belief that she exhibits behaviors similar to those found in masculine cultures. Choices A, C, D, and E do not align with Hofstede's dimensions for masculinity/femininity.

Lillian and Thomas Are Employees of a Software Development Firm