http://www.geert-hofstede.com/hofstede_dimensions.php http://www.geert-hofstede.com/hofstede_dimensions.php Have a look at the Geert Hofstede Cultural Dimensi

http://www.geert-hofstede.com/hofstede_dimensions.php http://www.geert-hofstede.com/hofstede_dimensions.php Have a look at the Geert Hofstede Cultural Dimensions, the five dimensions may allow a richer explanation than the 'yes' and 'no' question. There is an over arching theory independent of local characteristics as well - might even be falsifiable (aka Popper)!