Suppose you are at a party, standing by yourself for a moment. The group next to you is having an interesting conversation, full of gossip, and you are listening in. If you do not give any external signs that you are paying attention to their conversation, what kind of attention are you using?

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Covert attention refers to paying attention to something without giving any outward sign that you are doing so. In this scenario, listening in on a conversation without showing that you are interested or involved is an example of covert attention.

Suppose You Are at a Party, Standing by Yourself for a Moment