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An effective listener is defined as someone who
Suggested Answer: B
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An effective listener is defined as someone who is attuned to nonverbal cues. Effective listening involves not only hearing the words but also understanding the speaker's body language, tone, and other nonverbal signals, which can provide significant context and understanding beyond the spoken words.
Adler, R. B., Rosenfeld, L. B., & Proctor, R. F. (2018). Interplay: The Process of Interpersonal Communication (14th Edition).
Brownell, J. (2012). Listening: Attitudes, Principles, and Skills (5th Edition).
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Viola
2 months ago
A is tempting, but it distracts from real listening.
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Sean
2 months ago
I agree, Alex. Listening is more than just words.
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Tina
2 months ago
I think B is the best choice. Nonverbal cues are key!
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Willow
2 months ago
D sounds interesting, but how does that help listening?
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Rolf
2 months ago
Totally with you on B! It’s all about those cues.
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Chau
2 months ago
Wait, are we really saying C is effective? That seems off.
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Barrett
3 months ago
I think A is kinda common though, right?
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Viki
3 months ago
B is definitely the key! Nonverbal cues matter.
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Viva
3 months ago
I’m torn between B and D, but I feel like being attuned to nonverbal cues is crucial for effective listening.
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Flo
3 months ago
I practiced a question similar to this, and I think drawing parallels is more about understanding than listening, so I might rule out D.
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Marcelle
3 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like forming a reply while the speaker is talking could actually hinder effective listening, so A seems wrong.
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Hubert
4 months ago
I think I remember that effective listening involves being aware of nonverbal cues, so I might lean towards option B.