Question

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which of the following are common reasons people hear words but fail to listen effectively to them?
□ lack of interest in what the person is saying
□ inability to comprehend basic vocabulary
□ feeling physically or mentally tired
□ hearing multiple voices simultaneously

Explanation:

• A lack of interest reduces motivation to process spoken information, leading to ineffective listening.
• Fatigue (physical or mental) impairs cognitive focus needed for active listening.
• Competing simultaneous voices create auditory overload, making effective listening impossible.
• Inability to understand basic vocabulary means the listener cannot grasp the message, so they fail to listen effectively.

Answer:

□ Lack of interest in what the person is saying
□ Inability to comprehend basic vocabulary
□ Feeling physically or mentally tired
□ Hearing multiple voices simultaneously