Businesspeople seeking to understand more about another culture in order to successfully conduct business within that culture would be best advised to do which of the following?

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Observing the behavior of people who have gained respect within the cultural environment is the best choice because it allows for a firsthand understanding of how the culture operates and what behaviors are considered appropriate or not. This can help businesspeople avoid cultural faux pas and build positive relationships with their counterparts. Relying on stereotypes (choice B) is not advisable as it can lead to misunderstandings and offensive behavior. Avoiding cultural research studies (choice C) may limit understanding of the culture and its nuances. Memorizing cultural variations (choice D) may be helpful, but it cannot replace firsthand observation and experience.

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