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Question
In today's global markets, it is important to understand other's cultures in order to communicate effectively. Using the information discussed in the first six chapters of our textbook and information contained in the videos, discuss the cultural dissimilarities (education, family and marriage, political, religion, attitudes towards women, and work attitudes) that exist between the United States and the Japanese culture. Next, discuss why it is important to understand these dissimilarities and ways to overcome them.Answer
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