Jenny, born and raised in the United States, is visiting her father's family in Brazil. She has only a very basic understanding of the language because her father speaks English at home. As she is taking her leave of her cousin, he says, "Lavar a egua," an expression used in his culture to wish someone success. Jenny is confused, interpreting her cousin as telling her to "wash the horse." Jenny's confusion demonstrates a breakdown in which communication code?
A. Idioms
B. Symbols
C. Values
D. Norms
Answer: A
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