Wei is from China and Peter is from the United States. Regarding their decisions about where to go to college, which of the following is true?

A) Wei is likely to give more weight to his parents' advice than is Peter.
B) Peter is likely to give more weight to his parents' advice than is Wei.
C) Wei and Peter will both give the most weight to what they want to major in and the quality of that major at each of the schools they are considering.
D) Peter is more likely to choose a school close to his family and friends than is Wei.

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Yostina Agayby · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  CCultural norms in China often place a high value on filial piety and collective decision-making within families, which means Wei is likely to give more weight to his parents' advice compared to Peter, who is from the United States where individualism and personal choice are more emphasized. Additionally, both students, regardless of their cultural backgrounds, are likely to prioritize their academic interests and the quality of the programs offered by the schools they are considering, as these factors are universally important in making college decisions.

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