Which of the following is a false statement?

A. Many Western cultures teach people to lower their eyes when giving speeches.
B. Many cultures value high degrees of eye contact.
C. Some cultures teach people to lower their eyes when speaking to someone of superior status.
D. Norms for eye contact in some cultures depends on the sex of the people involved.


Answer: A

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