Three employees of Martin Enterprises have flown to China to meet a potential business partner. The three employees cannot agree about giving a gift to the potential partner. James, an American manager, believes that gift-giving is an ethical violation. Eun Hee, a South Korean manager, and Evan Lee, a Japanese manager, assert that gift-giving would be appropriate. This situation most likely illustrates which of the following statements?

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Gift exchanges are more significant in high-context cultures like those in many Asian countries, where non-verbal cues and relationships play a crucial role in communication and business practices. This contrasts with low-context cultures, such as the United States, where direct communication is preferred, and gift-giving may be viewed with suspicion or as an ethical concern.

Three Employees of Martin Enterprises Have Flown to China to Meet