Which of the following countries displays characteristics of a low-context culture?
A) People from Saudi Arabia rely heavily on situational cues for meaning during communication.
B) In China,nonverbal cues such as one's official position,status,or family connections convey messages more powerfully than do spoken words.
C) In Mexico,agreements tend to be made on the basis of someone's word or a handshake.
D) Germany has precise written rules for even the smallest details of daily life.
E) Japanese rely more on nonverbal than on verbal cues to obtain information about a situation.

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Germany is known for its direct communication style and explicit rules, which are characteristics of a low-context culture. In low-context cultures, communication relies more on explicit verbal communication rather than implicit nonverbal cues.

Which of the Following Countries Displays Characteristics of a Low-Context