An individual that values self-restraint, avoids confrontation, relies heavily on nonverbal systems, and gives a great deal of meaning to the relationships between communicators is most likely associated with which culture?
a. a high-context culture
b. a low-context culture
c. a collaborative culture
d. an assertive culture

a. a high-context culture

Explanation:

A high-context culture, as first described by Edward Hall, is a type of culture that involves indirect methods of communication rather than the use of words. High context culture values collectivity and group togetherness as they tend to foster good interpersonal relationships among group members having some good level of trust that have been built over time. An individual from high-context culture tend to build close relationship as they interact with members of their group. Relationships among members usually last longer. Japan is an example of such high-context culture.