Question

You are trying to listen to instructions your boss is giving you about a new method for keeping expense accounts. But you find it difficult to concentrate because you think the change is unnecessary. What type of barrier to effective listening are you experiencing?

Answer 1

Answer: Psychological barrier

Explanation:

Any hindrance to communication that prevents the intended meaning of our message reaching the audience is a communication barrier. Psychological barrier is when the psychological state of the sender and receiver causes a communication problem.

Psychological barrier can be as a result of lack of attention, poor retention ability, lack of trust between the communicators. For example, when the mind of a person is distracted or does not trust the person he or she is communicating with, the person will not be able to communicate effectively.

Answer 2

Answer:

Psychological barrier

Explanation:

The type of barrier that you are experiencing is psychological. Psychological barriers result when your personal values are not aligned with the message being received, be it by cultural or ethical values or even by preconceived thoughts. In this situation, since you do not agree with the task at hand of changing the method for keeping the accounts, you find it difficult to focus on the task.