When meeting in Cairo, Mike offers his hand to shake Fatima's. Instead, Fatima places her hand over her heart and slightly bows her head. This difference in greeting reflects cultural differences in ______.

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Kinesics refers to the study of body movements, gestures, and facial expressions as a form of non-verbal communication. Fatima's choice to place her hand over her heart and bow instead of shaking hands is an example of cultural differences in gestures, which falls under kinesics.

When Meeting in Cairo, Mike Offers His Hand to Shake