Exam 5: Value Orientations and Behaviour

The Finns prefer to complete tasks one at a time, and being late or not finishing something on time is considered rude and impolite. Which of the following concepts best describes the Finnish time orientation?

The theory of power, proposed by Michel Foucault, is based on three main assumptions. Which of the following is an assumption of this theory?

Uncertainty avoidance is one dimension of culture identified by Hofstede. Which of the following characterizes a culture strong in uncertainty avoidance?

Many Western cultures tend to think of time as a long ribbon stretched out in a progressive linear path, having a beginning and an end. Adherence to schedule is important. Which time orientation does this compartmentalization of time best characterize?

In Hofstede's study, he found that Japan is on top of the list of masculine culture whereas Norway, Sweden, and Denmark tend to be more feminine culture. Which of the following statements best describes a masculine culture?

Which of the following is NOT one of Schwartz's cultural value types?

The chapter identified four ethnical principles governing intercultural communication. Which of the following best describes the principle of mutuality?

International students from Asian countries such as China, India, Singapore, Malaysia, and South Korea tend to address their teachers by using only their last name or professional title. Which cultural dimension does this illustrate about Asian cultures?

Managers in some cultures tend to be future-focused and value persistence; managers in other cultures tend to be present-focused and care more about immediate gratification. Which of the following cultural dimensions does this example best represent?

What question does man-nature orientation address? Provide an example to explain.

What challenge does the internet create for limiting hate speech without discouraging freedom of expression?

What is business culture and how it reflects the culture of a country?

People in the United States are perceived as 'efficiency experts' that place a high value on time. Which value orientation, as identified by Kluckhohn and Strodtbeck, does emphasis on efficiency and practicality reflect?

The value orientation theory, developed by Kluckhohn and Strodtbeck, suggests that cultures develop unique positions in five value orientations. Which of the following is an assumption of the value orientation theory?

Schwartz argues that there are three cultural dimensions which confront all societies. Which of the following best describes autonomy versus embeddedness?

Provide an example to explain Condon and Yousef's family value orientation.

Define and explain ethical relativism approach.