In China, instead of hearing, "No, I don't agree with that idea," you are more likely to hear, "Perhaps we could explore that option," even though the statements may mean the same thing. That is because in China what is not said is often more important than what is said. This is because China is a ________ culture.
A. collectivist
B. low-context
C. masculine
D. high-context
E. high-power distance
Answer: D
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a. straying from the subject. b. boring lectures. c. unfair testing. d. late returning work.
A written list is effective to help you
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