The officers of a community association have several strong listening styles. Their listening focuses on getting things done, as well as when and who should be responsible for different tasks. They show concern for one another and respond with "we" statements. They also set and meet their deadlines, in part, because they prefer short answers to long-winded explanations. According to Watson, Barker, and Weaver, which listening style is missing in this group of association officers?
A) action-oriented
B) time-oriented
C) people-oriented
D) content-oriented
E) structure-oriented

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The missing listening style is content-oriented, which focuses on the quality of the message and enjoys detailed and complex information. The description provided does not mention an interest in the depth of information, which is a hallmark of the content-oriented listening style.

The Officers of a Community Association Have Several Strong Listening