Hofstede's dimension of masculinity vs. femininity refers to
A) the extent that people think of themselves as members of a group or collective, rather than discrete individuals.
B) the degree of equality of authority distribution in a given society and its workplaces, and employee expectations related to the same.
C) a culture's desire for predictability, or the lack of predictability in the workplace and elsewhere.
D) values such as competition, assertiveness, and achievement versus values like care for the weak and relationships.
E) the extent to which members of a given society value future planning as opposed to a more immediate short-term perspective.

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Hofstede's dimension of masculinity vs. femininity refers to the values of a culture related to gender roles and behaviors. A society that scores higher on masculinity emphasizes competition, assertiveness, and achievement, while caring for the weak and relationships are de-emphasized. In contrast, a society that scores higher on femininity places a greater emphasis on care for the weak and relationships, and competition and achievement are de-emphasized.

Hofstede's Dimension of Masculinity Vs. Femininity Refers to