Luis Thinks That Listening Is an Activity Like Breathing, Which

question 35

Multiple Choice

Luis thinks that listening is an activity like breathing, which people automatically do well. However, he tends to multitask while he's on the phone and doesn't give the callers his full attention. Which myth about listening is Luis likely subscribing to?

• A) Listening and hearing are the same thing.
• B) Listening is a natural process.
• C) All listeners receive the same message.
• D) Listening comes easy.

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