Question
Topic 4: INTERNATIONAL HRM Question 1 According to Hofstede (1980)there are six cultural dimensions. Which cultural dimension is incorrect? A. Power Distance B. Uncertainty Avoidance C. Retrench D. Masculinity Question 2 Hall and Hall (1990)argued that employees who are always punctual to the meeting appear to have a polychronic time orientation. A. True B. False
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Question 1: CQuestion 2: B
Explanation
Question 1: This knowledge-based query tests understanding of methodologies introduced by psychologist Geert Hofstede to identify cultural similarities and differences across regions/countries influencing aspects like corporate culture or marketing practices. Original Hofstede Theory recognized 4 dimensions which expanded to 6 over time: Power Distance, Individualism, Masculine vs feminine, Uncertainty Avoidance, Long-term vs Short term normative orientation, Indulgence vs Restraint.Question 2: This business psycology related question measures understanding of time management as conceptualized by Edward T. Hall in his book "Understanding Cultural Differences", according to which cultures broadly categorize into monochronic (doing thing at a time) & polychronic (doing many things at a time), and how good-ordering and good timing/punctuality functions in these. Punctuality is usually linked to monochronic behavior.