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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Definitions:

Constraints

Limitations or restrictions that impact or regulate actions, processes, or developments.

Incompatible Biases

Prejudices or preconceived opinions that conflict with each other or with current situations.

Internal Attributions

The process of explaining someone's behavior based on internal characteristics such as personality, disposition, or attitude.

External Attributions

The process of assigning the cause of an individual's behavior to factors outside the person, such as the social situation or environmental factors.