In comparing American culture with Asian cultures, which of the following statements is true?

a. American culture supports collectivism.
b. Asian communication can be ambiguous.
c. American communication patterns downplay autonomy.
d. Asian communication is direct to avoid conflict.


B
Among Asian cultures, face-saving communication promotes harmony through indirect, ambiguous communication and conflict avoidance. American culture supports individualism, where people value assertive communication because it manifests the ideals of individual autonomy and self-determination.

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