Joining the index finger and thumb to form an "O" means "ok" in the U.S., but in Brazil or Germany it is ________.
A) a sign of indifference
B) a sign of friendship
C) meaningless
D) an insult.

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Joining the index finger and thumb to form an "O" is considered an insulting hand gesture in Brazil and Germany. In Brazil, it is equivalent to giving someone the middle finger, while in Germany it represents the shape of a zero, symbolizing worthlessness or insignificance.

Joining the Index Finger and Thumb to Form an "O