Workplace ConflictThe three intercultural theories selected are acculturation theory, extended parallel process model (EPPM) theory, and uncertainty reduction theory. Using these theories, the categories and classifications that my colleagues and I may identify with include power distance, individualism/ collectivism, and masculinity/femininity.Acculturation TheoryThis theory focuses on the process by which groups from different cultural background adjust to each other (Lee, 2008). In this case, the relationship among the members in a group may cause psychological threats to the minorities in such a group. Using this theory, my colleagues and I may classify themselves using the individualism/collectivism cultural dimension. People in our group identify themselves as We as an illustration of their collectivism since there are no minorities in our group.Extended Parallel Process Model (EPPM) TheoryThis intercultural theory refers to the actions people take when they recognize any form of threat. According to this theory, when a person perceives threat he might use danger control to find a solution, or use fear control to avoid a threatening situation (Lee, 2008). Danger control is used when there is an effective response while fear control is used when there is no effective response to a threat. Using this intercultural theory, my colleagues and I may identify with the power distance cultural dimension. This is due to the fact that we are likely to interact with people from Argentina who have different cultural backgrounds from ours. As a result, there will be inequalities in our cultures which might lead to unequal distribution of power where we might feel superior on inferior to the Argentinean culture.Uncertainty Reduction TheoryAccording to this theory, uncertainty is unpleasant and hence people are motivated to reduce it using passive or active strategies (Lee, 2008). In our case, there will be uncertainty on how our group will interact with the people from Argentina. This is due to some cultural stereotypes and the uncertainty in the knowledge of the host culture. Using this theory, our group will reduce the uncertainty by classifying ourselves using the masculine/feminine cultural dimension. In this classification, we shall take the masculine approach where we will work hard to excel and become successful in the organization we shall be working for in Argentina.Extended Parallel Process Model (EPPM) TheoryIn relation to this theory the residents may use danger control to find a solution for a threat or fear control to avoid a perceived threat. In this case, the residents of Argentina will classify themselves using the power distance cultural dimension (Lee, 2008). This cultural dimension adheres to the fact that all individuals in a given society are not equal.Furthermore, this dimension also focuses in expressing the attitude that the culture has towards the inequalities among its people. Specifically, power distance is the level at which the less powerful members in the society or organizations in a certain country agree that there is unequal distribution of power. Argentinas score for the PDI is 41, a score that is lower than in other Latin American countries. The origin of the Argentinas low score in the power distance dimension is the migration waves experienced in 1900 where more than six million European immigrants entered Argentina (Hofstede, 2012). In relation to the power distance, the residents of Argentina are likely to identify with physical appearances since these attributes are taken seriously. The implication for this is that the residents will mostly dress in dark attire, expensive watches, good mobile phones, and even visit expensive hotels. All these will be done to affirm that these people do not entirely believe that there is cultural inequality in Argentina.Acculturation TheoryThe acculturation theory states that relationships among people of different cultures may cause psychological threats to the minority members. In relation to this theory, residents in Argentina may be classified under individualism/ collectivism cultural dimension. The basic issue that is addressed by this cultural dimension is the level of interdependence that a society has among its members. It is mainly concerned with whether people identify themselves as I or We. For this reason, people in individualist societies only look after themselves and their families. However, in collectivist societies people belong to groups that are likely to take care of them. With a score of 47, Argentina is in the middle rankings and hence considered to be among the most individualistic society in Latin countries (Hofstede, 2012). The residents of Argentina are therefore likely to be individualistic where they think of themselves before others. Moreover, their private life and work life is also likely to be very different as they strive not to mix the two. In terms of workplace relationships, the employer-employee relationship is likely to be very minimal where the employees will not be willing to share information about their private life with their employers.Uncertainty Reduction TheoryAccording to this theory, Argentinean residents may use various strategies to deal with uncertainty. The uncertainty will be about interacting with foreigners with different cultural affiliations. Therefore, the residents will classify themselves using the masculinity/femininity cultural dimension. The basic principle in this cultural dimension is what motivates people in the society. In this regard, wanting to be the best or successful is considered to be masculine while appreciating or liking what you do is considered feminine. Argentina has a score of 57 in this dimension which reflects a presence of more masculine than feminine elements (Hofstede, 2012). The residents of Argentina are therefore likely to be more assertive and competitive in achieving what they want. These residents would want to excel in everything they do and also try to outdo one another if they are in the same organization. In addition, Argentinean residents are likely to identify themselves with winners while distancing themselves from unsuccessful people. This means that even the female residents will tend to have masculine behavior of competition and success.ReferencesHofstede, M. (2012). . Retreived from http://geert- hofstede.com/argentina.html (Accessed 19th Feb, 2014).Lee, J. (2008). New York: ProQuest.