Which of the Following Statements About the Importance of Listening

question 34

Multiple Choice

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

• A) Employers tend to rank listening skills as the most important factor 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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