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robinn137

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If you will be living in another country where English is not the official language and you will be doing business in English, you
 
  A) will not need to learn that country's language.
  B) should learn only those words that are necessary for getting around.
  C) can show respect by making an effort to learn the language.
  D) should only deal with natives who can speak English.
  E) should have a translator be present for all conversations.

Question 2

When writing for multicultural audiences, it's important to
 
  A) be brief.
  B) be direct and assertive.
  C) address international correspondence exactly as you would in the United States.
  D) explain that you aren't sure about what they expect.
  E) apologize in advance for any mistakes.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C
Explanation: C) Making the effort to learn the language of your host is usually interpreted by the host as a great honor. The host sees you as someone who values his or her culture enough to invest your time and energy into learning about it.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A
Explanation: A) Simplicity is the key when dealing with an audience from a different culture. The more complicated you make the correspondence, the more likely it is that misunderstanding will occur.



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