Mark's History Professor Thinks Mark Is Always Listening to Lectures

question 64

Multiple Choice

Mark's history professor thinks Mark is always listening to lectures because he makes eye contact, nods, and smiles. In reality, Mark is catching up with friends on Instagram. The professor doesn't realize that Mark is a(n)

• A) defensive listener.
• B) selective listener.
• C) pseudolistener.
• D) insulated listener.

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Definitions:

Psychological Disorders

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Treatment

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