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jilianpiloj

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Cultural competency refers to
 
  A) the ability to adjust one's communication style to accommodate cultural differences.
  B) a state of being economically independent according to the standards of a particular culture.
  C) the ability to speak more than one language.
  D) a broad knowledge of culture, including music, art, and theatre.
  E) none of the above.

Question 2

________ is a shared system of symbols, beliefs, attitudes, values, expectations, and norms for behavior.
 
  A) Attitude
  B) Culture
  C) Disposition
  D) Preference
  E) Xenophobia


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Reply #1 on: Jun 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A
Explanation: A) Cultural competency is an appreciation for cultural differences that affect communication and the ability to adjust one's communication style to ensure that efforts to send and receive messages across cultural boundaries are successful. It requires a combination of attitude, knowledge, and skills.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Culture is a shared system of symbols, beliefs, attitudes, values, expectations, and norms for behavior. Your cultural background influences the way you prioritize what is important in life, helps define your attitude toward what is appropriate in a situation, and establishes rules of behavior.


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