Answer :
Answer:
A. understand the importance of forming partnerships that span cultural and linguistic diversity.
Explanation:
In this context, span means 'to extend from side to side; connect, or link".
Culturally competent professionals will be willing to work on creating partnerships to connect people from different cultural environments.
B is wrong because culturally competent professionals have zero tolerance for discrimination or unfair social practices.
C is wrong because "a few cultures" sounds too vague and insignificant.
D is wrong because it is wrong to teach children 'to value and appreciate only similarities in people and cultures.'