Magda Is Trying to Talk to Michael About Her Day,but

question 43

Multiple Choice

Magda is trying to talk to Michael about her day,but begins to realize that Michael is tired and distracted.He has spent a long day at work and is now trying to balance his checkbook,and then must get ready for a test tomorrow morning.Magda decides to wait to initiate a conversation.She has just become aware of which barrier Michael is experiencing?

• A)information overload
• B)information rate
• C)external noise
• D)personal agenda

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