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.
❓ 지문에 따르면, 다음 중 문화적 지능(CQ)과 감성 지능(EQ)을 가장 잘 구별하는 것은 무엇인가?
A. A. CQ는 인지 능력에 기반을 두고 있는 반면, EQ는 감정적 기술에 기반을 두고 있다.
B. B. CQ는 특히 문화 간 상호작용에 적용되는 반면, EQ는 일반적인 감정적 상황에 적용됩니다.
C. C. CQ는 선천적이며 바꿀 수 없지만, EQ는 훈련을 통해 개발할 수 있다.
D. D. CQ는 개인 과제에서 더 중요하며, EQ는 팀 과제에서 더 중요하다.
✅ 正确答案
B. CQ applies specifically to cross-cultural interactions, whereas EQ applies to general emotional situations.
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