Some of the data from a survey on national stereotypes in some European countries is summarized below: Liked themselves best of all. Most Europeans agreed that the Germans Germans had the highest proportion of good qualities. They considered themselves very colerant, but nobody else did. Not really admired by anyone except the Italians. Other Europeans found French them conservative, withdrawn, brilliant, superficial. Also, not very friendly. Mixed reactions. Some found them calm, reserved, open-minded, British trustworthy others thought they were insular and superior. The British most admired the Dutch. Generally considered by everyone to be lazy and untrustworthy, and the Italians agreed! Most also found them to be charming, hospitable and Italians noisy. The Italians admired the French. Hardly anyone loved the Italians except the French. Most admired people in Europe — except by their neighbours — the Dutch Belgians. Everyone agreed that the Dutch are hardworking, thrifty, goodnatured, tolerant and business-minded. Which nation is thought to be business-minded?