Which of the following individuals is the best example of a passive listener?
A) During presentations,James consciously tries to focus on what the speaker is saying.
B) Erick tends to respond to speakers vocally when they say things with which he agrees.
C) Maria usually avoids making any verbal or nonverbal responses when someone else is talking.
D) Sheila often reacts to the speaker by showing concern and attempts to share feelings and offers counseling.

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Passive listening involves not actively responding to the speaker, which is what Maria usually does. Option A describes active listening, option B describes interactive listening, and option D describes empathetic listening.

Which of the Following Individuals Is the Best Example of a Passive