Which of the following statements about cross-cultural communication is FALSE?
A) In Japan,a listener's silence after the speaker finishes talking indicates that the listener disagrees with the sender's message
B) Non-verbal communication tends to be more important in Japan than in Australia
C) A firm handshake is interpreted differently in different cultures
D) Talking loudly may be a sign of sincerity in some cultures and a sign of rudeness in other cultures

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In Japan, silence after the speaker finishes talking often indicates respect for the speaker and the message. Disagreement may be expressed indirectly through nonverbal cues or through context.

Which of the Following Statements About Cross-Cultural Communication Is FALSE