Passive Listening Means ________

question 43

Multiple Choice

Passive listening means ________.

• A)focusing attentively on what a speaker says
• B)hearing information without actively paying attention to ensure understanding
• C)actively working to understand the information a speaker is providing
• D)trying to interpret the information presented by a speaker
• E)responding to a speaker to acknowledge understanding

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Definitions:

Information Filters

Information filters are mechanisms or processes that screen, select, and allow certain information to pass through while blocking or reducing other information, affecting communication and decision-making.

Non-verbal Communications

The process of conveying a message without the use of spoken language, through body language, facial expressions, and gestures.

Mixed Messages

Communications that contain conflicting or contradictory information, leading to confusion and misinterpretation among the recipients.

Profit-Maximizing

A strategy or process by which a business seeks to generate the highest possible profit from its operations, often by adjusting prices, output, or production methods.