... its constitution oriented towards federal states have been since their independence implementing a decentralized government including education, law and justice. This tends to give a lower dependence and acceptance of power by the Americans. 1.2 Individualism vs. Collectivism (IDV) Individualism describes the relationship between individuals and the collective in a society. Collectivism is connected to group decisions, training opportunities, good working conditions, getting use of skills and abilities, conformity and job security.3 Although American look like being more independent than many European and French, there is not so much difference between the two countries, it is in Latin America or Asia that people really move towards collectivism. Despite France being one of the countries at the origin of Socialism, individualism is still preferred.4 1.3 Masculinity vs. Femininity (MAS) The USA is being categorized with a Moderate Masculinity while France with a high Femininity. Consequently the USA is often seen as moderated in its approach to ...

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