Which behaviour is most effective for confirming understanding in active listening?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Listening carefully and paraphrasing the speaker’s main point
Paraphrasing the speaker’s main point demonstrates attention and gives both people an opportunity to check meaning. The speaker can confirm or correct the listener’s interpretation. Repeated interruption prevents full listening, a nod may be merely superficial, and mentally preparing a reply can divert attention from what is being said.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Listening carefully and paraphrasing the speaker’s main point
Why is this the correct answer?
Paraphrasing the speaker’s main point demonstrates attention and gives both people an opportunity to check meaning. The speaker can confirm or correct the listener’s interpretation. Repeated interruption prevents full listening, a nod may be merely superficial, and mentally preparing a reply can divert attention from what is being said.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 English question. Chapter: Father to Son. Topic: Communication Problems.
