How can active listening skills help a discussion?(1 point)

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They help discussions remain productive because they allow members to focus on their own opinions while others are speaking.
They help discussions remain productive because they allow members to focus on their own opinions while others are speaking.

They help avoid misunderstandings because group members pay close attention and ask for clarification as needed.
They help avoid misunderstandings because group members pay close attention and ask for clarification as needed.

They help reach the correct conclusion for everyone because people hear the same thing and will ultimately share that opinion
They help reach the correct conclusion for everyone because people hear the same thing and will ultimately share that opinion

They help select a winning side in the discussion because everyone hears the same thing and will know who argued most effectively.

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The correct response is:

They help avoid misunderstandings because group members pay close attention and ask for clarification as needed.

Active listening skills facilitate effective communication by ensuring that all participants understand each other's points and can clarify any uncertainties, which is crucial for productive discussions.