Uncertainty Avoidance
This is the extent to which uncertainty and ambiguity are perceived as a threat in a society. In low-UA societies, there is less emphasis on rules, the younger generation is considered more trusting, emotions are expressed rarely, and deviation is easily toler- ated. In high-UA cultures, experts are valued, hard work is considered important, and a strong need for consensus is felt. Canada, the USA, and Hong Kong are considered low-UA cultures, and Argentina and France are considered high-UA cultures.