When words mean different things to different people,and therefore create a barrier that introduces noise into communications,we define this as which of the following?
A) jargon
B) none of these
C) semantics
D) physical barriers

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Semantics refers to the study of meaning in language. When words have different meanings to different people, it creates confusion and noise in communication, which is a semantic barrier. Jargon refers to technical terminology that is specific to an industry or profession, which can also create barriers for those who are unfamiliar with the language. Physical barriers refer to environmental factors that can physically prevent effective communication, such as noise or distance. None of these is not correct in this context, as there is a specific term for this phenomenon.

When Words Mean Different Things to Different People,and Therefore Create