Evan does business in South America. He has mastered Spanish and many cultural norms, but he still has problems with cultural differences in ethics. Many of the regulatory officials Evan must deal with expect bribes. Evan solves this problem by bringing with him a number of moderately priced watches. When an official admires his watch, Evan offers it to him or her as a gift. Later he puts a new watch on his wrist. Evan's situation demonstrates that ________.

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Evan's behavior shows that different cultures have different standards of ethical behavior in business. In some cultures, giving gifts or bribes is an accepted practice, while in others it is considered unethical or even illegal. This highlights the importance of understanding and respecting cultural differences in business.

Evan Does Business in South America