In much of the world,the thumb up sign means "O.K." But in Nigeria,Afghanistan,Iran,and parts of Italy and Greece it is an obscene insult and carries the same meaning as the middle finger in the U.S.This is an example of which type of communication barrier?
A) misperception
B) filtering
C) information overload
D) cultural

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This is an example of a cultural barrier, where different cultures interpret and use symbols or gestures differently. It highlights the importance of understanding cultural differences in effective communication.

In Much of the World,the Thumb Up Sign Means "O