Which Barrier to Effective Interpersonal Communication Occurs When the Receiver

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which barrier to effective interpersonal communication occurs when the receiver is already angry with the person sending the message and thus interprets any new message in a negative way?

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

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