Which of the following terms refers to the pattern of decisions and actions that managers take to use core competences to achieve a competitive advantage and outperform competitors?

Which statement pertains to parallel translation?

A) If the translator is not fluent in both languages and not familiar with both cultures, direct translation of certain words and phrases may be erroneous. B) A committee of translators, each of whom is fluent in at least two of the languages in which the questionnaire will be administered, discusses alternative versions of the questionnaire and makes modifications until consensus is reached. C) The questionnaire is translated from the base language by a bilingual speaker whose native language is the language into which the questionnaire is being translated. D) Repeat translations and back translations may be necessary to develop equivalent questionnaires, and this process can be cumbersome and time consuming.

Which of the following is the process of influencing the audience to agree with your recommendation or request?

A) Professionalism B) Clarification C) Conciseness D) Persuasion E) Empathy