In Panama, folks are comfortable with some people having much more authority than others. They see hierarchies with certain individuals being in charge as part of the way of things. What Hofstede dimension does this represent? a) power distance b) masculinity c) uncertainty avoidance d) indulgence e) individualism

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In Panama, folks are comfortable with some people having much more authority than others. They see hierarchies with certain individuals being in charge as part of the way of things. What Hofstede dimension does this represent?

a) power distance

b) masculinity 

c) uncertainty avoidance

d) indulgence

e) individualism  

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Hofstede dimensions are termed as cultural dimension theory and a framework of cross-cultural communication which shows the effects of societies' cultures regarding their values of members and values towards behavior using systematic detailed factor analysis. Hofstede dimensions are essential for organizations as it helps them know cultural and geographical differences that lead to ineffective communication between different countries, people, and cultures.

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