Which of the following statements is accurate?

A) Many Asian cultures are considered low context cultures.
B) Most Western cultures are high context cultures.
C) Canada is a high-context culture.
D) Many Middle Eastern cultures are considered low-context cultures.
E) The United States is a low-context culture.

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Allison Greiner · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : E, Explanation :  Low-context cultures rely more on explicit communication and less on context and non-verbal cues to convey meaning. The United States is an example of a low-context culture, where communication is direct and clear. Choices A, B, C, and D are incorrect because many Asian and Middle Eastern cultures are typically high-context, whereas most Western cultures, including Canada, are considered low-context.

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