A study of over 800 foreign subsidiaries of multinational firms indicated that language differences between headquarters and subsidiaries that resulted in
A)less face-to-face interaction and emails.
B)less face-to-face and telephone interaction.
C)less social gatherings and emails.
D)more face-to-face and telephone interaction.
E)more social gatherings and emails.

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Language differences can lead to less face-to-face and telephone interaction because these forms of communication heavily rely on clear verbal communication, which is hindered by language barriers.

A Study of Over 800 Foreign Subsidiaries of Multinational Firms