Which of the following of Hofstede's societal value dimensions is associated with societies that maintain a more relaxed atmosphere,in which practice counts more than principles and deviance is more easily tolerated?

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Hofstede's societal value dimension of uncertainty avoidance refers to the extent to which a society feels threatened by ambiguous situations and tries to avoid them by relying on formal rules, laws, and regulations. Societies with high uncertainty avoidance tend to maintain a more formal atmosphere, emphasize adherence to rules and principles, and have lower tolerance for deviance. In contrast, societies with weak uncertainty avoidance are more relaxed, emphasize practical solutions over principles, and have a higher tolerance for deviance. Therefore, the best choice is A) Weak uncertainty avoidance.

Which of the Following of Hofstede's Societal Value Dimensions Is