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When a North American answers the question "Who am I?" by citing individual factors while an Asian person answers the same question by identifying groups in which she/he is a member, they are expressing value differences associated with____________.

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When a North American answers the question "Who am I?" by citing individual factors while an Asian person answers the same question by identifying groups in which she/he is a member, they are expressing value differences associated with____________.

a. high versus low context

b. individualism versus collectivism

c. power distance

d. uncertainty avoidance

Answer:

They are expressing values associated with b. individualism versus collectivism.

Step-by-step explanation:

It has been noticed by several sociological studies that Western societies tend to be more individualistic, while Asian societies tend to worry about the collectivity. When individualism prevails, society is more concerned with the rights, goals, and even flaws of the individuals. When asked about who they are, people in such societies tend to answer about themselves as detached from groups. On the other hand, in collectivist societies, people tend to think of themselves as part of groups. They are taught to act in the way that is most beneficial for all, instead of worrying only about themselves and their own goals.

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Answer:

It's individualism vs. collectivism

Explanation Exemplified by the two distinct replies in the example.

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