Which Barrier to Effective Interpersonal Communication Occurs When the Sender

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which barrier to effective interpersonal communication occurs when the sender has motives that he or she prefers not to reveal?

• A)Hidden agendas
• B)Hostility
• C)Inarticulateness
• D)Status
• E)Difference in communication styles

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