Passivity syndrome refers to the belief that
A) the listener and the speaker are equally responsible for the effectiveness of the message.
B) good listeners make better speakers.
C) the speaker is entirely responsible for the effectiveness of the message.
D) passive listeners are not fulfilling their role in the communication transaction.

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Passivity syndrome refers to the belief that the speaker is entirely responsible for the effectiveness of the message, neglecting the active role listeners must play in the communication process.

Passivity Syndrome Refers to the Belief That