Shawn Is a Member of the Student Ethics Committee

question 22

Multiple Choice

Shawn is a member of the student ethics committee. In meetings, he sometimes appears to be paying attention, but at other times does not appear to be tracking the conversations. He rarely contributes to the discussions. He is exhibiting the __________ style of listening.

• A) Active
• B) Involved
• C) Passive
• D) Detached
• E) Motivated

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