Martha, a human resource representative in Zencor Inc., recruits candidates from Germany. Which of the following behaviors is most likely to be insulting to the candidates?

A) Being reserved
B) Being passive
C) Being emotionally expressive
D) Being confrontational

In German culture, professionalism often entails a level of formality and restraint in emotional expression, especially in business contexts. Being overly emotionally expressive can be perceived as unprofessional or inappropriate, potentially insulting to candidates who value a more formal, reserved approach.