The stages of individual adaptation to another culture are
A) correct attitudes, beliefs, trust.
B) misunderstanding, understanding, adaptation.
C) perceptual element, pattern of cognition, verbal and nonverbal behaviour.
D) surprise at incorrect assumptions, making sense of new experiences, new understandings.

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The stages of individual adaptation to another culture are as follows:
1. Stage 1: The individual experiences surprise at incorrect assumptions and behaviors deviating from what is considered normal in their own culture.
2. Stage 2: The individual starts to make sense of new experiences and understanding the cultural differences.
3. Stage 3: The individual develops new understandings of the culture and adapts to new ways of thinking and behaving.

The Stages of Individual Adaptation to Another Culture Are