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 […]
QUESTION Many of the ethical issues in international business are rooted in the fact that political systems, law, economic development, and culture vary significantly from nation to nation. Indicate whether the statement is true or false. ANSWER TRUE Many of the ethical issues in international business are rooted in the fact that political systems, […]
QUESTION The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act outlawed the paying of bribes to foreign government officials to gain business. Indicate whether the statement is true or false. ANSWER TRUE The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act outlawed the paying of bribes to foreign government officials to gain business.
QUESTION “Facilitating payments” are payments to secure contracts that would not otherwise be secured. Indicate whether the statement is true or false. ANSWER FALSE Facilitating payments are not payments to secure contracts that would not otherwise be secured, nor are they payments to obtain exclusive preferential treatment.
QUESTION Which of the following statements is true of Confucianism? A. Confucianism is a religion principally followed in India, Korea, and Japan. B. Confucianism preaches about the supernatural, the concept of a supreme being, and an afterlife. C. Confucian ethics raise the costs of doing business in China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan. D. Conflict […]
QUESTION Which of the following is a characteristic of high uncertainty avoidance cultures? A. They do not place importance on job security, career patterns, retirement benefits, and so on. B. They allow a manager to tightly control subordinates’ initiatives. C. They demonstrate less emotional resistance to change. D. They are characterized by a greater readiness […]
QUESTION China Innovation Inc. is a devout follower of Confucian ethics. Hence, it hires people who live by similar principles. Which of the following is most likely to be a characteristic of this company? A. The conflict between management and labor will be high. B. The company’s management will expect blind loyalty from the workers. […]
