What example of cultural misunderstanding did anthropologist Jill ...

[LCritchfi]

What example of cultural misunderstanding did anthropologist Jill Kleinberg find in her study of Japanese-owned firms in the United States?
 
  A) The American employees were frustrated by the lack of opportunities to advance, and the Japanese managers felt the Americans were too hard to manage.
  B) The American employees were very time-oriented, while the Japanese managers were frequently late to meetings.
  C) The American employees were very formal when speaking with their co-workers or supervisors, but the Japanese managers had a relaxed, informal style.
  D) The American employees felt the workday was too long, while the Japanese managers complained about the laziness of the workers.

Question 2

Explain the differences between a lineage and a clan, and give examples of societies that use each descent system.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

The ideal answer should include:
1, Definitions of lineage and clan
2, Example of a lineage-based society, with connections to other aspects of social life
3, Example of a clan-based society, with connections to other aspects of social life

[LCritchfi]

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