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Before developing a theory, theorists should be familiar with alternative explanations and interpretations of the types of phenomena they are studying.

a. true b. false

Wade leaves his home in California to visit his pen pal who lives in Asia. Though his friend’s family speaks English, Wade notices that his hosts speak very politely but slightly ambiguously. Wade is used to people saying exactly what they mean and getting to the point quickly. Which of the following cultural distinctions is seen in the given scenario?

a. Chronemics b. Context c. Power distance d. Long-term/short-term orientation