Question

Question
What are active listening skills?(1 point)
Responses

paying attention to what someone is saying while also planning a reasonable response
paying attention to what someone is saying while also planning a reasonable response

giving full attention to a speaker and responding in a way that improves mutual understanding
giving full attention to a speaker and responding in a way that improves mutual understanding

multitasking while others are sharing thoughts to make the time spent on discussion more efficient
multitasking while others are sharing thoughts to make the time spent on discussion more efficient

nodding or writing while someone speaks to ensure they feel like they are being heard

Answer 1

Correct answer: "giving full attention to a speaker and responding in a way that improves mutual understanding."

Explanation: Active listening means fully focusing on the speaker, reflecting/paraphrasing, asking clarifying questions, and responding to ensure both parties understand — not just planning your reply or multitasking.