Which of the following is characterized as a barrier to communication resulting from interpersonal dynamics rather than from a characteristic of the sender or the receiver?
A) Lack of credibility
B) Poor listening skills
C) Conflicting or inconsistent signals
D) Status differences
E) Predispositions about the subject at hand

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Status differences refer to the interpersonal dynamics between the sender and receiver, such as differences in power, authority, or social status, which can create barriers to effective communication. The other options are more closely related to the characteristics of the sender or the receiver, such as their level of perceived credibility or their listening skills.

Which of the Following Is Characterized as a Barrier to Communication