Which of the following is a psychological barrier to effective listening?

A) Focusing on a speaker's unusual voice
B) Concentrating on a speaker's unfamiliar words
C) Having noisy surroundings
D) Tuning out speakers whose ideas do not match our own

Psychological Barrier

An emotional or mental obstacle that impedes a person's ability to communicate, perform, or achieve goals.

Effective Listening

This refers to the process of actively paying attention, understanding, remembering, evaluating, and responding to what is being said.