Question

Which of the following situations could lead to a cultural misunderstanding?
a.
At an international conference, a businessman shakes everyone’s hands.
b.
A receptionist answers the phone every time it rings.
c.
A foreign exchange student enters the classroom and chooses a seat near the back of the room.
d.
A student enrolls himself in a Spanish class.


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

C

A foreign exchange student sitting near the back could be misread by teachers or classmates in cultures where front seating signals respect or engagement, causing a cultural misunderstanding.