Homework Clinic
Social Science Clinic => Business => Topic started by: cdr_15 on Jun 24, 2018
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Adopting a you attitude in business writing is simply a matter of using the pronoun you as much as possible.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 2
Regarding the use of the you attitude in business communication,
A) cultural differences are not a concern, since it is universally acceptable.
B) it is important to recognize and accommodate cultural differences.
C) you should assume that members of high-context cultures would find it offensive.
D) you should avoid it completely in intercultural communication.
E) its no more complicated than using the word you as much as possible.
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Answer to Question 1
Answer: FALSE
Explanation: A you attitude means that the text is focusing on the audience rather than the writer.
Answer to Question 2
Answer: B
Explanation: B) As you practice using the you attitude, be sure to consider the attitudes of other cultures and the policies of your organization. In some cultures, it is improper to single out one person's achievements because the whole team is responsible for the outcome; in that case, using the pronoun we or our would be more appropriate. Also, some companies have a tradition of avoiding references to you and I in most messages and reports. This is not a matter of high- or low-context cultures. Some cultures accept and prefer it, and others do not.