The diversity committee at State U. is a long-standing committee with a stable membership. During the first meeting of the year, Sam, a relatively new member of the group, asks, "What are the plans for fall orientation?" Given that the group has a high-context culture, which of the following is the most likely response to Sam's question?
a) "We will have a special meeting at the end of the month to brainstorm ideas. We will appoint a subcommittee to draw up a schedule and deadlines for tasks, and proceed from that schedule."
b) "We will probably do the same thing we did last year."
c) "We will need to consult with the students who will be involved to get their input before we proceed. Then we can work on making a schedule and setting deadlines."
d) "That is the next thing on our agenda. Let's get busy deciding on a schedule, activities, and deadlines."
Answer: b) "We will probably do the same thing we did last year."
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