Question

Globalization has changed the nature of work. To communicate effectively in a global marketplace, you must understand the basic dimensions of culture: individualism, formality, communication style, and time orientation. The following examples describe a dimension of culture. Identify which dimension is described in each case.
Western cultures are more relaxed about social status, and input from subordinates is tolerated and even encouraged.
A) Communication style
B) Power distance
C) Time orientation
D) Individualism

Answer 1

Answer:

B) Power distance

Explanation:

Power distance is a concept that explains how people in a cultural society perceive power. In other words, it describes power distribution and its acceptance in society. In some cultures, individuals fully accept unequal distribution of power while in another, it is unacceptable. It was developed by Dutch Psychologist Geert Hofstede and is measured using power distance index where a high index would mean acceptance of a large gap between those in power and subordinates and otherwise.