When a consumer moves to a new country,they may go through a(n)____ involving the abandonment or disposition of old customs and symbols and the adoption of new ones stereotypically associated with the new role.
A) anticipatory role acquisition
B) problem recognition struggle
C) pre-role acquisition search
D) ritual
E) cultural transition

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The term "cultural transition" refers specifically to the process of adapting to and adopting new cultural symbols and customs. Option A ("anticipatory role acquisition") refers to the process of preparing for a new role, rather than adapting to a new culture. Option B ("problem recognition struggle") and Option C ("pre-role acquisition search") do not accurately describe the process of cultural transition. Option D ("ritual") refers to a culturally-specific set of actions and behaviors, rather than the larger process of transitioning to a new culture.

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