The concept of 'cultural intelligence' (CQ) has gained prominence in organizational psychology as a framework for understanding individual effectiveness in cross-cultural contexts. Unlike emotional intelligence, which focuses on intrapersonal and interpersonal abilities, CQ emphasizes the capacity to adapt one's behavior to diverse cultural norms and values. Researchers have identified four distinct dimensions of CQ: metacognitive, cognitive, motivational, and behavioral. The metacognitive dimension involves conscious awareness of cultural assumptions during interactions, while the cognitive dimension refers to knowledge about cultural systems and norms. Motivational CQ reflects an individual's intrinsic interest and confidence in functioning across cultures, and behavioral CQ entails the ability to exhibit appropriate verbal and nonverbal actions. Studies suggest that high CQ correlates with better job performance in multinational teams, yet critics argue that the construct overlaps significantly with general cognitive ability and personality traits, questioning its unique predictive validity.
❓ Según el pasaje, ¿cuál es una distinción principal entre la inteligencia cultural y la inteligencia emocional?
A. La inteligencia cultural se centra en la adaptación a las normas culturales, mientras que la inteligencia emocional se centra en las emociones personales.
B. La inteligencia cultural se mide mediante pruebas cognitivas, mientras que la inteligencia emocional se mide mediante autoinformes.
C. La inteligencia cultural solo es relevante en equipos multinacionales, mientras que la inteligencia emocional es relevante en todos los contextos.
D. La inteligencia cultural es un rasgo único, mientras que la inteligencia emocional tiene múltiples dimensiones.
✅ 正确答案
Cultural intelligence focuses on adaptation to cultural norms, whereas emotional intelligence focuses on personal emotions.
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