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The concept of 'cultural intelligence' (CQ) has gained prominence in organizational psychology as a counterpoint to traditional measures of cognitive ability. Unlike IQ, which focuses on abstract reasoning, CQ encompasses the capability to function effectively across diverse cultural contexts. Researchers argue that CQ comprises four distinct dimensions: metacognitive (the ability to plan and monitor cultural interactions), cognitive (knowledge of cultural norms and practices), motivational (the drive to engage with other cultures), and behavioral (the ability to adapt verbal and nonverbal actions). A longitudinal study by Earley and Ang found that high CQ scores predicted successful expatriate performance better than prior international experience alone. However, critics caution that CQ assessments often rely on self-reporting, which may be biased by social desirability. Nonetheless, the construct has practical implications for multinational teams, suggesting that training programs should target all four dimensions rather than merely providing factual cultural briefings.