According to research, which of the following is LEAST likely to improve the cross-cultural adjustment of expatriate spouses?
A) Firms seek the spouse's opinion about the assignment.
B) The spouse initiates his or her own predeparture training.
C) Firms seek the spouse's opinion on the expected standard of living.
D) The spouse initiates his or her own job search in the foreign location.

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The least likely option to improve cross-cultural adjustment of expatriate spouses is the spouse initiating his or her own job search in the foreign location. This can lead to additional stress and uncertainty for the spouse, as well as potential visa and work permit issues. The other options, including seeking the spouse's opinion about the assignment, initiating their own predeparture training, and seeking their opinion on the expected standard of living, are all helpful in providing support and information to the spouse, which can improve their adjustment to the new culture.

According to Research, Which of the Following Is LEAST Likely