MBA 776 Exam #2: Questions With Applicable
Solutions
Cultural Intelligence (CQ) Correct Answer - The ability to understand
and adapt to different cultural norms
Self-Reference Criterion (SRC) Correct Answer - Tendency to evaluate
others cultures based on one's own
Power Distance Index (PDI) Correct Answer - Measures acceptance of
authority differences in societies
Cultural Imperatives Correct Answer - Business customs that must be
followed in a foreign country
Cultural Electives Correct Answer - Optional customs foreigners may
choose to adopt but are not required
Cultural exclusives Correct Answer - Local customs that foreigners must
avoid
High-Context Culture Correct Answer - Communication relies heavily on
non-verbal cues
Low-Context Culture Correct Answer - Direct, explicit communication
Examples of High-Context Cultures Correct Answer - Japan, China,
Middle East
Examples of Low-Context Cultures Correct Answer - USA, Germany,
Canada
Edward T. Hall's Silent Languages Correct Answer - time, space,
relationships, and agreements
Polychronic Time (P-Time) Correct Answer - Multi-tasking and
flexibility in schedules
, Monochronic Time (M-Time) Correct Answer - Time is linear, schedules
are strict
Master of Destiny Correct Answer - Belief in personal control over
success
Market-Oriented Culture Correct Answer - Business decisions based on
consumer preferences
Production-Oriented Culture Correct Answer - Focus on efficiency and
cost
Selling-Oriented Culture Correct Answer - Aggressive sales tactics
Glass Ceiling Correct Answer - Invisible barrier preventing women from
reaching top management
Norway's Gender Quota Correct Answer - Over 40% of corporate board
seats reserved for women
Extortion Correct Answer - getting money by threats
Lubrication Correct Answer - Small payments to speed up processes
Subornation Correct Answer - Large illegal bribes to influence decisions
Foreign Corrupt Practices ACT (FCPA) Correct Answer - US law banning
foreign bribery
Transparency International (TI) Correct Answer - Ranks global
corruption levels
Corruption Perception Index (CPI) Correct Answer - Scores countries on
public sector corruption
Utilitarian Ethics Correct Answer - Does it help the most people?
Rights of the Parties Correct Answer - Does it respect individual rights?
Solutions
Cultural Intelligence (CQ) Correct Answer - The ability to understand
and adapt to different cultural norms
Self-Reference Criterion (SRC) Correct Answer - Tendency to evaluate
others cultures based on one's own
Power Distance Index (PDI) Correct Answer - Measures acceptance of
authority differences in societies
Cultural Imperatives Correct Answer - Business customs that must be
followed in a foreign country
Cultural Electives Correct Answer - Optional customs foreigners may
choose to adopt but are not required
Cultural exclusives Correct Answer - Local customs that foreigners must
avoid
High-Context Culture Correct Answer - Communication relies heavily on
non-verbal cues
Low-Context Culture Correct Answer - Direct, explicit communication
Examples of High-Context Cultures Correct Answer - Japan, China,
Middle East
Examples of Low-Context Cultures Correct Answer - USA, Germany,
Canada
Edward T. Hall's Silent Languages Correct Answer - time, space,
relationships, and agreements
Polychronic Time (P-Time) Correct Answer - Multi-tasking and
flexibility in schedules
, Monochronic Time (M-Time) Correct Answer - Time is linear, schedules
are strict
Master of Destiny Correct Answer - Belief in personal control over
success
Market-Oriented Culture Correct Answer - Business decisions based on
consumer preferences
Production-Oriented Culture Correct Answer - Focus on efficiency and
cost
Selling-Oriented Culture Correct Answer - Aggressive sales tactics
Glass Ceiling Correct Answer - Invisible barrier preventing women from
reaching top management
Norway's Gender Quota Correct Answer - Over 40% of corporate board
seats reserved for women
Extortion Correct Answer - getting money by threats
Lubrication Correct Answer - Small payments to speed up processes
Subornation Correct Answer - Large illegal bribes to influence decisions
Foreign Corrupt Practices ACT (FCPA) Correct Answer - US law banning
foreign bribery
Transparency International (TI) Correct Answer - Ranks global
corruption levels
Corruption Perception Index (CPI) Correct Answer - Scores countries on
public sector corruption
Utilitarian Ethics Correct Answer - Does it help the most people?
Rights of the Parties Correct Answer - Does it respect individual rights?
