When It Comes to the Use of Small Talk

When it comes to the use of small talk,

A) Americans value its use, whereas Asian, Southern European, and Middle Eastern cultures value efficiency in conversation.
B) American, Asian, Southern European, and Middle Eastern cultures equally value the use of small talk in conversation.
C) Americans value efficiency in conversation, especially when it comes to business, whereas individuals from Asian, Southern European, and Middle Eastern cultures value the use of small talk before conducting business.
D) Asian, Southern European, and Middle Eastern cultures do not value small talk before business with acquaintances, but they are more likely to use it with strangers.