Which of the Following Statements About the Importance of Listening

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the importance of listening is NOT true?

• A) Employers tend to rank listening skills as one of the most important factors in effective management.
• B) A survey of family interaction showed that listening was the most important communication skill.
• C) Listening has little to no effect on our physical health beyond avoiding sounds that may induce hearing loss.
• D) Listening skills are important in the workplace for promoting safety, productivity, and satisfaction.

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Definitions:

Deception

The act of misleading or falsely informing subjects about the true purpose or conditions of a study in psychological and other forms of research.

Judeo-Christian

Pertaining to the religious writings, beliefs, and values shared by Judaism and Christianity.

Ethical Behavior

Conduct that is consistent with principles of moral rightness and standards of acceptable behavior within a society or profession.

Peer Review

The process of having one’s research reviewed by other researchers in the author’s field prior to publication. See also refereeing.