Lobo belongs to a society which values the subordination of the individual to the group and discourages individual expressions of thought. Inequality in the power and well-being of people is believed to be due to differences in their physical and intellectual capabilities, and heritage. According to Hofstede's model of national culture, his society is:
A) high on power distance and low on individualism.
B) low on power distance and low on collectivism.
C) high on individualism and low on achievement-orientation.
D) low on collectivism and low on achievement-orientation.
E) low on power distance and low on individualism.

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Lobo's society values the subordination of the individual to the group, demonstrating a high power distance. The society also discourages individual expressions of thought, indicating low individualism. This aligns with Hofstede's description of a society high in power distance and low in individualism.

Lobo Belongs to a Society Which Values the Subordination of the Individual