Adrian and Ben are employees of a software development firm in San Francisco.Ben believes that Adrian exhibits behaviors that resemble those of individuals from masculine cultures.Which of the following,if true,would support Ben's beliefs?
A) Adrian places more emphasis on a harmonious working relationship between members in his team.
B) Adrian places more emphasis on creating an atmosphere of competition among his team members.
C) Adrian places more emphasis on undertaking initiatives aimed at mobilizing funds for the underprivileged.
D) Adrian places more emphasis on undertaking initiatives aimed at preventing environmental degradation.
E) Adrian places more emphasis on achieving social mobility through collectivist means.

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According to Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory, masculine cultures emphasize competition, achievement, and success. Therefore, if Adrian is exhibiting similar behaviors, such as creating a competitive atmosphere among team members, it would support Ben's belief that Adrian's behavior is similar to that of individuals from masculine cultures. The other choices do not directly relate to the dimensions of masculinity/femininity.

Adrian and Ben Are Employees of a Software Development Firm