QUESTION Noblesse oblige is a French term referring to those multinationals that have unethically used their power for private gain. Indicate whether the statement is true or false. ANSWER FALSE Noblesse oblige is a French term that refers to honorable and benevolent behavior considered the responsibility of people of high (noble) birth. In a […]
QUESTION Hofstede’s fifth dimension of Confucian dynamism captures: A. how a society deals with the fact that people are unequal in physical and intellectual capabilities. B. the relationship between an individual and his or her fellows along with the degree to which individual achievement and freedom are emphasized. C. the extent to which different cultures […]
QUESTION Ethical dilemmas are situations in which only one of the available alternatives seems ethically acceptable. Indicate whether the statement is true or false. ANSWER FALSE An ethical dilemma is a situation in which there is no ethically acceptable solution.
QUESTION A decade ago the government of Weinsland decided to liberalize the country’s economy. As a result, today the country is experiencing rapid economic advancement and societal changes that are favorable for international business. Which of the following changes is most likely to occur in Weinsland? A. The country will exhibit more need for social […]
QUESTION Ceria Republic is a country that has achieved rapid economic growth and prosperity over the last couple of decades as a result of globalization. Hence, the country is most likely to see a cultural shift away from: A. greater collectivism. B. greater economic freedom. C. well-being values. D. secular rational values. E. cultural convergence. […]
QUESTION Survival values typically stress the importance of: A. diversity in the society. B. economic and physical security. C. self-expression. D. participation in political processes. E. capitalism. ANSWER B
QUESTION The distinctive culture of Wengiston has been losing its predominance among the citizens of the country. This is due to the fact that the people of Wengiston are extensively adopting certain universally accepted values and norms. This behavior of the people in Wengiston demonstrates: A. ethnocentrism. B. the convergence hypothesis. C. egocentrism. D. Confucian […]
QUESTION Janet believes that the cultural group she belongs to is superior and is hence highly intolerant toward employees from the cultures of other countries. This behavior of Janet is known as: A. cultural convergence. B. Confucian dynamism. C. ethnocentrism. D. ethnic gloss. E. class consciousness. ANSWER C
QUESTION Which of the following best exemplifies ethnocentrism? A. Sarah believes that her opinions and interests are superior to that of her siblings. B. Nicole is highly tolerant toward different cultures and is also keen on learning different languages. C. Bryan’s belief in the superiority of his culture has resulted in conflicts with his colleagues […]
QUESTION The term ethics refers to accepted principles of right or wrong that govern the conduct of a person, the members of a profession, or the actions of an organization. Indicate whether the statement is true or false. ANSWER TRUE The term ethics refers to accepted principles of right or wrong that govern the […]
