Asked by Ashley Mayer on May 26, 2024

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A country that has fewer rules and a greater tolerance for a variety of ideas and beliefs typically has a

A) lower uncertainty avoidance index.
B) higher power-distance index.
C) higher uncertainty avoidance index.
D) collectivistic culture.
E) highly masculine culture.

Uncertainty Avoidance Index

A measure used in cross-cultural studies to describe the extent to which people in a culture feel threatened by uncertain or unknown situations.

Power-Distance Index

A measure in cross-cultural psychology and sociology that reflects the extent to which less powerful members of organizations and institutions accept and expect that power is distributed unequally.

Masculine Culture

A societal structure or set of behaviors that emphasizes traditional masculine traits such as dominance, ambition, and stoicism.

  • Understand the concept of uncertainty avoidance and its influence on a country's rules and tolerance for ideas.
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Aronne IbarraMay 28, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Countries with fewer rules and a greater tolerance for a variety of ideas and beliefs typically have a lower uncertainty avoidance index, indicating a society's comfort with ambiguity and uncertainty.