To convey meaning in a low-context culture such as the one ...

[Engineer]

To convey meaning in a low-context culture such as the one existing in Germany, people rely more on
 
  A) gestures and vocal inflection.
  B) indirectness and metaphors.
  C) situational cues.
  D) explicit verbal communication.
  E) facial expressions.

Question 2

Nonverbal communication can be a reliable guide to determining the meaning of a message
 
  A) in all communication situations.
  B) across a wide range of electronic communication media.
  C) in the majority of intercultural communication situations.
  D) only if the sender and receiver assign the same meaning to nonverbal signals.
  E) if the sender has a basic grasp of cultural differences.

[carlsona147]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: D
Explanation: D) In a low-context culture, precision is what matters. People in low-context cultures take you at your word and leave little or no room for interpretation.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D
Explanation: D) Nonverbal communication can be a helpful guide to determining the meaning of a message; however, this situation holds true only if the sender and receiver assign the same meaning to nonverbal signals.

[Engineer]

Thank you

[carlsona147]

No problemo