Which of the following should supervisors avoid when faced with cross-cultural communication?

A. Using metaphorical meanings of words
B. Seeking feedback by asking the listener what he or she has heard
C. Using jargon of the industry they belong to
D. Supplementing words with gestures


Answer: A

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