When a male graduate student from India was walking down the street with his American friend, he reached out to hold his hand. The American asked him what he was doing, and he responded that in India males often hold hands to demonstrate friendship. Which of the following does this scenario exemplify?
A. Nonverbal communication can be interpreted differently in various cultures.
B. Verbal communication is more important than nonverbal communication when interpreting meaning.
C. Nonverbal communication of a homosexual relationship in public is more acceptable in India than in the United States.
D. The abrazo is common in India.
Answer: A
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