The concept of 'cultural intelligence' (CQ) has gained prominence in organizational psychology as a measure of an individual's capability to function effectively in culturally diverse settings. Unlike emotional intelligence, which focuses on interpersonal sensitivity within a familiar cultural framework, CQ specifically addresses the cognitive, motivational, and behavioral adaptations required when interacting with people from different cultural backgrounds. Research suggests that high CQ correlates with improved performance in multinational teams, as it enables individuals to decode unfamiliar social cues and adjust their communication styles accordingly. However, critics argue that CQ assessments often rely on self-reported data, which may not accurately predict actual cross-cultural competence in real-world scenarios. Nevertheless, the construct remains valuable for training programs aimed at fostering global leadership.
❓ Según el pasaje, ¿cuál es una diferencia clave entre la inteligencia cultural y la inteligencia emocional?
A. La inteligencia cultural se centra en la sensibilidad interpersonal dentro de culturas familiares, mientras que la inteligencia emocional aborda señales sociales desconocidas.
B. La inteligencia cultural aborda las adaptaciones en contextos culturalmente diversos, mientras que la inteligencia emocional se refiere a la sensibilidad dentro de un marco cultural familiar.
C. La inteligencia cultural se basa en datos autoinformados, mientras que la inteligencia emocional se mide mediante pruebas conductuales.
D. La inteligencia cultural es más efectiva que la inteligencia emocional en equipos multinacionales en todos los escenarios.
✅ 正确答案
Cultural intelligence addresses adaptations in culturally diverse contexts, whereas emotional intelligence pertains to sensitivity within a familiar cultural framework.
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