Answer to Question #315947 in Psychology for Luteee

Question

Parents have traditionally played a large part in their children’s mate selection exerting

influence by approving or even choosing their children’s marital partner for them.

Western cultures have long since moved away from this practice; individuals are

expected to exercise personal control over their own partner selection and relationship

maintenance. Conversely, a higher degree of parental influence on mate choice and

relationship functioning is still evident among Eastern parts of the world

2.1BasedBased on the case study above, which of Hofstede value dimensions is portrayed by

the Western Cultures, justify your answer. (10)

2.2Based on the case study above, which of Hofstede value dimensions is portrayed by

the Eastern Cultures, justify your answer. (10)

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Answer 1

2.1 Individualism. This is because one has the freedom to exercise personal control over their own partner selection and relationship maintenance.

2.2 collectivism. This is because parents play a large part in their children’s mate selection exerting influence by approving or even choosing their children’s marital partner for them.