The concept of 'cultural intelligence' (CQ) has gained prominence in organizational psychology as a measure of an individual's ability to function effectively across diverse cultural contexts. Unlike general intelligence, CQ is not static; it comprises 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. Motivational CQ reflects the drive to adapt, and behavioral CQ is the capability to exhibit appropriate verbal and nonverbal actions. Recent studies suggest that high CQ correlates with better job performance in multinational teams, but it does not necessarily predict success in domestic settings, where cultural homogeneity reduces the need for such adaptability. This distinction underscores the context-dependent nature of CQ, challenging the assumption that adaptability is universally advantageous.
❓ 지문에 따르면, 다음 중 높은 문화 지능이 국내 업무 환경에서 유익하지 않을 수 있는 이유를 가장 잘 설명하는 것은 무엇인가?
A. A) 국내 환경은 국제 환경보다 더 많은 인지적 노력을 요구한다.
B. B) 국내 환경에서의 문화적 동질성은 적응 능력의 필요성을 감소시킨다.
C. C) 동료들이 같은 국적을 공유할 때 행동적 문화지능(CQ)의 중요성은 덜하다.
D. D) 문화적 다양성이 부재할 경우 동기적 문화지능(CQ)은 감소하는 경향이 있다.
✅ 正确答案
B) Cultural homogeneity in domestic settings diminishes the need for adaptive skills.
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