Glenn has grown up in the United States, and Jomo grew up in Kenya, a more collectivist culture. Knowing this, which of the following is most likely true about their sense of self-concept?

A) Glenn would describe himself in terms of his relationships with family and friends, whereas Jomo would describe himself in terms of his ancestors.
B) Jomo would emphasize his abilities and future plans, whereas Glenn would describe himself in terms of past accomplishments.
C) Glenn would describe himself in terms of his personality traits, whereas Jomo would describe himself in terms of his family roles and group membership.
D) Jomo would describe himself in spiritual terms, whereas Glenn would describe himself in more materialistic terms.

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BURHAN ALI YILMAZ · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Glenn, as someone from a more individualistic culture, is more likely to describe himself in terms of his own personality traits. Jomo, as someone from a more collectivist culture, is more likely to describe himself in terms of his family roles and group membership, as these are seen as more important in collectivist cultures. Option A is incorrect because while relationships are important in collectivist cultures, Jomo would not likely describe himself in terms of his ancestors. Option B is not correct because it does not align with the cultural differences described. Option D is not correct because it is making an assumption about both individuals that is not necessarily true.

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