The concept of 'cultural intelligence' (CQ) has gained prominence in organizational psychology as a measure of an individual's ability to function effectively in culturally diverse settings. Unlike general cognitive ability, CQ encompasses four distinct dimensions: metacognitive, cognitive, motivational, and behavioral. Metacognitive CQ refers to the conscious awareness of cultural assumptions during interactions, while cognitive CQ involves knowledge of norms and practices across cultures. Motivational CQ reflects the drive to adapt, and behavioral CQ pertains to the flexibility of verbal and nonverbal actions. Research indicates that high CQ predicts better job performance in multinational teams, particularly when tasks require negotiation or conflict resolution. However, scholars caution that CQ is not static; it can be developed through immersive cross-cultural experiences and targeted training. Critically, CQ should be distinguished from emotional intelligence (EQ), as EQ focuses on general emotional regulation, whereas CQ is context-specific to cultural cues.
❓ Según el pasaje, ¿cuál de las siguientes opciones distingue mejor la inteligencia cultural (CQ) de la inteligencia emocional (EQ)?
A. A. El CQ se basa en habilidades cognitivas, mientras que el EQ se basa en habilidades emocionales.
B. B. El CQ se aplica específicamente a las interacciones interculturales, mientras que el EQ se aplica a situaciones emocionales generales.
C. C. El CQ es innato y no puede cambiarse, mientras que el EQ puede desarrollarse mediante entrenamiento.
D. D. El CQ es más importante para tareas individuales, mientras que el EQ es más importante para tareas de equipo.
✅ 正确答案
B. CQ applies specifically to cross-cultural interactions, whereas EQ applies to general emotional situations.
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