Which of the following is a disadvantage of having cultural competency in your own culture?

A) You have stronger communication skills
B) You have a better understanding of how your society works
C) It is more difficult to learn about new cultures
D) You tend not to think about the communication rules you follow
E) It is more difficult to determine appropriate gestures and facial expressions

D
Explanation: D) Because you're such an expert in your own culture, your communication is largely automatic and you rarely stop to think about the communication rules you're following. An important step toward successful intercultural communication is becoming more aware of these rules and the way they influence your communication.