You are a nutrition counselor working with a client originally from Japan. Your client rarely asks questions. What assumptions can you make?

A) The client rarely asks questions, which is typical of his or her culture.
B) The client is confused, which is why he or she rarely asks questions.
C) The client understands all of the information provided.
D) The client does not understand any of the information provided.
E) The client is afraid to ask questions.

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Jyoti Ranjan Nayak · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  In many cultures, including Japanese culture, it is considered respectful to listen quietly and not interrupt or question authority figures or experts. Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that the client's failure to ask questions may be due to cultural norms and not necessarily an indicator of misunderstanding or confusion.

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