Wayne works at an overseas branch of his organization. He needs some clarification about a project. He approaches a senior manager hoping to get a good explanation. However, he is instructed to follow protocol and sent away. He is also informed that only the team leads are allowed to approach the senior managers. In this scenario, the organization is most likely to have a _____ score.
A) high Individualism/Collective Index
B) high Power Distance Index
C) low Individualism/Collective Index
D) low Power Distance Index
E) high Uncertainty Avoidance Index

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In this scenario, the organization is most likely to have a high Power Distance Index score. Cultures with high Power Distance Index scores tend to be hierarchical, with members citing social roles, manipulation, and inheritance as sources of power and social status.

Wayne Works at an Overseas Branch of His Organization