Darrel is gay, and a few of his colleagues are aware of this. At work, he uses communication strategies that emphasize trying to fit in and be accepted by a dominant group. He talks about his nephews when his colleagues talk about their kids and he laughs at some homophobic jokes he does not really feel are funny. In this scenario, Darrel is using ________ strategies in order to assimilate.

Which of the following demonstrates the use of time polychronically?

a. Sara is reading a book before she heads to bed. b. Jessica closes her computer tablet while talking to her friend to avoid distraction. c. Norton texts on his phone while watching a movie with friends. d. Jeffery prefers to see movies at the movie theater instead of renting them.

An individual's self-concept is based on the values of the individual's culture and community.

a. true b. false