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What is the acronym that encompasses the Norms of Interaction?

FRESH-T

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The basic components of culture can be divided into four inter-related areas: the VBBN model, types of cultures, _____ __ ______, & behaviors.

norms of interaction

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In a culture which tends towards _____, the individual identifies primarily with self.

individualism

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All cultures are based on a network of shared _______, _______, ________, & ________.

values, beliefs, behaviors, & norms

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This area between each party’s aspiration & reservation points defines their own bargaining range. 

Zone of Possible Agreement (ZOPA)

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_____ orientation also differs considerably between cultures. They have to do with territory, divisions between private & public, comfortable personal distance [...]

Space

200

____-_____ communication focuses on the task at hand & getting it done. The other person’s feelings are secondary. 

Task-Focused

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Meetings that tend to start & end at flexible times, have irregular breaks when it seems appropriate, & have a high flow of information & the overlapping of talk are an example of which time orientation?

Polychronic

200

What communication style?

What one means is stated in a very straightforward & direct manner. There is no “beating around the bush.” 

Direct

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A BATNA is the option a negotiating party might execute should the negotiations fail.  What does BATNA stand for?

Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement

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In a society that tends to be ________, the approach to time is linear, sequential & involves focusing on one thing at a time.

monochronic

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______ is the culturally based concept that everything that occurs is already inevitably predetermined, & cannot be altered based on human actions. It may also be viewed as “destiny.” 

Fate 

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______ are ideas of right & wrong. They may also be called guiding principles or ideals. 

Values

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______ are a view of reality shared by a group. 


Beliefs

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_________ negotiations are essentially zero-sum. Because resources are seen as fixed & limited, any gain by one side represents a loss for the other.

Distributive

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____ context communication is where understanding of a situation or meaning is made accessible in surroundings. (things must be explained clearly, expressed precisely)

Low
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_____ context communication is where understanding of a situation or meaning is conditioned or learned. (little explanation is given, context is assumed)

High

400

What norm of interaction describes cultures by flamboyant, unrestrained vs. more reserved & actively suppressed?

Emotions

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In a _______ society, one’s identity is in large part a function of one’s membership & role in a group. 

collectivist

400

_______ point is the best each party hopes to get out of a negotiated agreement--what each party desires to achieve.

aspiration

500

What communication style?

Meaning is conveyed by subtle means such as nonverbal behavior, parables & stories, suggestions & implication. 

Indirect

500

What term is defined as:

“a relationship marked by cooperation, conformity, harmony, or affinity” and “source confidence which leads to a willingness to cooperate.”      ?

Rapport

500

What communication style believes that maintaining group harmony is central and the task is secondary?

Relationship-Focused

500

This approach can be executed through a “cooperative” (or win-win) negotiations strategy. 

Integrative Strategy

500

_____ are observable patterns of action, while ______ are a range of permissible behaviors established by group.

Behaviors, norms

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