Trivia Culture Quiz #7

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1.

In Korea, business leaders tend to:
- A.
  
  Encourage strong commitment to teamwork and cooperation
- B.
  
  Encourage competition among subordinates (people reporting to you)
- C.
  
  Discourage subordinates from reporting directly, preferring information to come through well-defined channels
- D.
  
  Encourage close relationships with their subordinates
Correct Answer
B. Encourage competition among subordinates (people reporting to you)

Explanation
In Korea, business leaders tend to encourage competition among subordinates. This means that they promote a work environment where employees are encouraged to compete with each other in order to achieve better results. This can lead to increased productivity and innovation within the organization. By fostering a competitive atmosphere, leaders believe that it can drive employees to perform at their best and push their limits. This approach may also help identify high-performing individuals and reward them accordingly.

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2.

In Latin America, managers:
- A.
  
  Are most likely to hire members of their own families
- B.
  
  Consider hiring members of their own families to be inappropriate
- C.
  
  Stress the importance of hiring members of minority groups
- D.
  
  Usually hire more people than are actually needed to do a job
Correct Answer
A. Are most likely to hire members of their own families

Explanation
In Latin America, managers are most likely to hire members of their own families. This practice is common in many Latin American cultures where family ties and relationships hold significant importance. Hiring family members is seen as a way to maintain trust, loyalty, and unity within the organization. It is also believed that family members will work harder and be more committed to the success of the business. However, this practice can lead to nepotism and may limit opportunities for other qualified individuals.

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3.

When eating in India, it is appropriate to:
- A.
  
  Take food with your right hand and eat with your left
- B.
  
  Take food with your left hand and eat with your right
- C.
  
  Take food and eat it with your left hand
- D.
  
  Take food and eat it with your right hand
Correct Answer
D. Take food and eat it with your right hand

Explanation
In Indian culture, it is considered appropriate to take food and eat it with your right hand. The right hand is considered cleaner and more pure than the left hand, which is often used for personal hygiene tasks. Using the right hand to eat shows respect and cleanliness.

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4.

In the US, what is considered “comfortable personal and business conversation space” when standing and talking to a colleague?
- A.
  
  0.5 meter (1,6 ft)
- B.
  
  1.5 meters (5 ft)
- C.
  
  3 meters (10 ft)
- D.
  
  5 meters (16 ft)
Correct Answer
B. 1.5 meters (5 ft)

Explanation
The correct answer is 1.5 meters (5 ft). This distance is considered a comfortable personal and business conversation space when standing and talking to a colleague in the US. It allows for a reasonable amount of personal space while still being able to engage in a conversation without feeling too close or too far apart.

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5.

When doing business in Japan never:
- A.
  
  Touch someone
- B.
  
  Leave your chopsticks in the rice
- C.
  
  Take people to pricier restaurants than they took you
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
In Japan, it is considered impolite to touch someone, as personal space is highly valued. Leaving chopsticks in the rice is seen as a symbol of death and is therefore considered disrespectful. Additionally, it is customary to reciprocate the level of hospitality when dining with others, so taking people to pricier restaurants than they took you is seen as inappropriate. Therefore, all of the above actions should be avoided when doing business in Japan.

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6.

In some South American countries, it is considered normal and acceptable to show up for a social appointment:
- A.
  
  Ten to fifteen minutes early
- B.
  
  Ten to fifteen minutes late
- C.
  
  Fifteen minutes to an hour late
- D.
  
  One to two hours late
Correct Answer
D. One to two hours late

Explanation
In some South American countries, it is considered normal and acceptable to show up for a social appointment one to two hours late. This cultural norm reflects a more relaxed attitude towards punctuality and emphasizes the importance of spending quality time with others rather than adhering strictly to a set schedule. It is important to understand and respect cultural differences when it comes to social etiquette and expectations.

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7.

At a business dinner in the US, when is it appropriate to have an alcoholic drink?
- A.
  
  Never
- B.
  
  Only if the host and senior level guests are drinking
- C.
  
  Only if others at your level are drinking
- D.
  
  Always, this is an adult meal
Correct Answer
B. Only if the host and senior level guests are drinking

Explanation
In the US, it is generally considered appropriate to have an alcoholic drink at a business dinner only if the host and senior level guests are drinking. This is because following the lead of the host and senior level guests shows respect and professionalism. It is important to be mindful of the cultural norms and expectations in a business setting, and to avoid making others uncomfortable by drinking when it is not appropriate.

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Trivia Culture Quiz #7

In Korea, business leaders tend to:

In Latin America, managers:

When eating in India, it is appropriate to:

In the US, what is considered “comfortable personal and business conversation space” when standing and talking to a colleague?

When doing business in Japan never:

In some South American countries, it is considered normal and acceptable to show up for a social appointment:

At a business dinner in the US, when is it appropriate to have an alcoholic drink?