Which of the following statements is true regarding masculine and feminine orientation?

a. Hofstede describes the masculine-feminine in terms of whether men or women hold the power in a given culture.
b. The modest pole has been called 'masculine' and the caring pole 'feminine.'
c. In the United States assertiveness and competition are highly valued.
d. In masculine countries, women are as assertive and competitive as the men.
e. In cultures such as Sweden, business values are more attuned to self-promotion and taking care of society's weaker members.

Ans: c. in the United States, assertiveness and competition are highly valued