The concept of 'cultural intelligence' (CQ) has gained traction in organizational psychology as a measure of an individual's capability to function effectively in culturally diverse settings. Unlike emotional intelligence, which focuses on intrapersonal and interpersonal skills, CQ 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 in different cultures. Motivational CQ reflects the drive to adapt, and behavioral CQ entails the ability to exhibit appropriate verbal and nonverbal actions. Research suggests that high CQ predicts better job performance in multinational teams, particularly when tasks require negotiation or conflict resolution. However, critics argue that CQ may overlap excessively with general cognitive ability and personality traits, questioning its unique predictive validity beyond established constructs.
❓ Según el pasaje, ¿cuál de las siguientes opciones describe mejor la principal preocupación planteada por los críticos respecto a la inteligencia cultural?
A. A) Carece de una definición clara en comparación con la inteligencia emocional.
B. B) Puede que no ofrezca poder predictivo más allá de las medidas psicológicas existentes.
C. C) Se centra demasiado en los aspectos conductuales e ignora la cognición.
D. D) Solo es aplicable en entornos de negociación y resolución de conflictos.
✅ 正确答案
B) It may not offer predictive power beyond existing psychological measures.
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