In his analysis, the author of the case proposes four reasons for explaining what happened. What do you think is the most likely reason? The Germans and the Arabs are at opposite extremes on the...

In his analysis, the author of the case proposes four reasons for explaining what happened. What do you think is the most likely reason?

The Germans and the Arabs are at opposite extremes on the monochronic–polychronic scale, therefore communication did not take place in a normal manner. Furthermore, the exigencies of the Muslim religion often complicate the interchange of ideas even more. Yet, Arabs are used to dealing with foreigners and readily forgive them for not behaving like Arabs as long as they do not feel personally challenged and insulted.