A teacher is speaking clearly in class, but students cannot hear the message because of loud noise outside. Which communication barrier is this?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Physical barrier
The correct answer is A, physical barrier. Loud outside noise is an environmental obstruction that prevents the receiver from hearing the teacher’s message, even though the teacher is speaking clearly. Physical barriers also include excessive distance, walls, poor lighting, and malfunctioning communication equipment. A language barrier involves difficulty understanding words or a language; emotional and cultural barriers arise from feelings, attitudes, or differences in social background.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Physical barrier
Why is this the correct answer?
The correct answer is A, physical barrier. Loud outside noise is an environmental obstruction that prevents the receiver from hearing the teacher’s message, even though the teacher is speaking clearly. Physical barriers also include excessive distance, walls, poor lighting, and malfunctioning communication equipment. A language barrier involves difficulty understanding words or a language; emotional and cultural barriers arise from feelings, attitudes, or differences in social background.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 English question. Chapter: Father to Son. Topic: Communication Problems.
