The following graph presents six dimensions (Power distance, Uncertainty avoidance, Individualism versus collectivism, Masculinity versus femininity, Long-term versus short-term orientation, Indulgence versus Restraint of a country culture) as suggested by Geert Hofstede. The graph shows corresponding value or point to these dimensions.

A. You are asked to define the cultural issue

i. Power distance

ii. Uncertainty Avoidance

iii. Individualism versus Collectivism

iv. Masculinity versus Femininity

v. Long-term versus Short-term orientation

vi. Indulgence versus Restraint

B. Illustrate the meaning of value related to cultural issues [Power distance, Uncertainty avoidance, Individualism versus collectivism, Masculinity versus femininity, Long-term versus short-term orientation, Indulgence versus Restraint of a country culture are respectively 39, 80, 52, 48, 36, 68]. Please see the figure below (Figure 01).

C. How does an international business (e.g. Manager) consider these value related cultural issue in developing business plan and strategies? Explain in your own words.

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