One of the Barriers to Effective Listening Is Prejudgment

question 94

Multiple Choice

One of the barriers to effective listening is prejudgment.This refers to ________.

• A)staying tuned out until you hear a word or phrase that gets your attention
• B)filtering incoming messages to fit what you already believe about a given subject
• C)making up your mind before truly hearing what the speaker has to say
• D)evaluating the meaning of the speaker's message, the speaker's intentions and motives
• E)making a conscious effort to turn off your personal filters and biases

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