Harry Triandis proposes that the concept of uncertainty avoidance can be further refined by:
A)adding the concept of time orientation to tolerance for uncertainty.
B)looking at how uncertainty avoidance is different in vertical and horizontal cultures.
C)introducing the concept of tight and loose cultures to uncertainty avoidance.
D)combining context and individuality to explain uncertainty avoidance.

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Triandis proposed the idea of tight and loose cultures as a refinement to the concept of uncertainty avoidance. Tight cultures have strict norms and very low tolerance for deviance, while loose cultures are more accepting of different behaviors and ideas. This concept is related to uncertainty avoidance as tight cultures may be more likely to avoid uncertain situations and stick to established norms.

Harry Triandis Proposes That the Concept of Uncertainty Avoidance Can