While Bobby was listening to a speech about energy conservation, he heard the speaker discuss oil as a nonrenewable resource. This prompted him to think that it was time to change the oil in his car, and he began to plan a trip to his mechanic's garage. Which listening problem has Bobby fallen prey to?
A) limited attention span
B) listener distraction
C) jumping to conclusions
D) situational distraction

Question

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Bobby's mind wandered from the topic of energy conservation to personal matters (changing his car's oil), indicating he was distracted rather than fully engaged with the speech.

While Bobby Was Listening to a Speech About Energy Conservation