Which statement fits the difference between hearing and listening?
ABoth are exactly the same thing
BHearing is chosen; listening is automatic
CListening needs no search for meaning
DHearing is physical; listening is mental
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Hearing is physical; listening is mental
1. Recall the idea: Hearing is a physiological phenomenon; listening is a psychological act.
2. So the correct choice is: Hearing is physiological; listening is a psychological act.
3. People hear most of the time subconsciously, while listening is done by choice.
_Source: Wikipedia, Listening, section Interpersonal listening_
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