Which of the following is an example of psychological noise?
A) "Boy, I'm really hungry. When will this guy be done?"
B) "When is the next break?"
C) "Look! How nice it is outside."
D) "I hope Mr. Smith likes what I'm wearing tonight. I hope it's not too extravagant."

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Psychological noise refers to internal distractions or thoughts that interfere with the communication process. Option D shows an example of such noise where the speaker is worried about the reaction of Mr. Smith towards their attire, which might distract them from fully understanding or responding to the message being conveyed. The other options distract from the message but do not necessarily stem from internal thoughts.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Psychological Noise