Tanya works at a retail store in Los Angeles.She addresses her Indian manager,Priya,by her first name.Tanya's colleague advises against addressing Priya by her name,as she might find it disrespectful.The colleague is most likely right if Priya's cultural beliefs align with a
A) long-term orientation.
B) collectivist nature.
C) high power distance.
D) low uncertainty avoidance.
E) short-term orientation.

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In cultures with high power distance, there is a greater emphasis on hierarchy and authority, and using formal titles such as "Mr." or "Ms." to address superiors is expected. Priya, being from India, which has a high power distance culture, may find it disrespectful to be addressed by her first name by an employee.

Tanya Works at a Retail Store in Los Angeles