When you react ethnocentrically,you
A) assume that your culture is superior to others.
B) recognize the differences that exist between your culture and other cultures.
C) focus on the possibility that your words and actions will be misunderstood.
D) show respect for other cultures.
E) do all of the above.

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A)Ethnocentrism is the tendency to judge other groups according to the standards,behaviors,and customs of one's own group.Given the automatic influence of one's own culture,when people compare their culture to others,they often conclude that their own group is superior.If you recognize the differences that exist between your culture and others,focus on the possibility that your words and actions will be misunderstood,or show respect for other cultures,you are not reacting ethnocentrically.

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