The transition from the use of the "melting pot" metaphor to the "salad bowl" metaphor reflects the fact that learning intercultural communication is ______.
A) less important now because immigrants want to retain characteristics of their native culture but still become part of the U.S. demographic
B) more important now because immigrants want to retain characteristics of their native culture but still become part of the U.S. demographic
C) less important now because immigrants want native-born Americans to help them shed their old culture and blend in
D) more important now because immigrants want native-born Americans to help them shed their old culture and blend in

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The "salad bowl" metaphor suggests that while individuals retain their unique cultural identities, they also contribute to the creation of a diverse society. This makes learning intercultural communication more important to understand and appreciate these differences while fostering unity.

The Transition from the Use of the "Melting Pot" Metaphor