Ava is the CEO for a technology company that operates around the globe. Ava, born and raised in the United States, is committed to effective communication when she meets clients from other countries. During conversations with clients, Ava asks herself "Have there been any negative or positive reactions?", so she can adapt her communication to fit her clients' style. When Ava is engaging in this behavior she is practicing what element of intercultural communication competence?
a) Cultural mindfulness
b) Cultural empathy
c) Cultural adaptation
d) Cultural flexibility