Major account executive Katrina is visiting another country, and soon discovers that her customers will not talk about business until the group has dined together for several hours. Katrina would show cultural sensitivity by:

A) attempting to conduct business as soon as the main meal is completed.
B) explaining that her company discourages wasting time.
C) explaining with tact that the group is wasting time and money.
D) trying to understand the dining tradition.

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Zybrea Knight · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Understanding and respecting the dining tradition shows cultural sensitivity. It acknowledges the importance of building relationships and trust in the context of the local culture before proceeding with business discussions.

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