Which of the following is the reason why physical distractions are usually easier to prevent in a listening or speaking situation?

A. In a listening or speaking situation, the listener has little control over his or hersurroundings

B. The surroundings of a listening or speaking situation can often be changed.
C. In a listening or speaking situation, the sender is never required to develop error-freemessages.
D. In a listening or speaking situation, the receiver is never expected to provide feedback to the sender.

B
Physical distractions are usually easier to prevent in a speaking or listening situation because
the surroundings can often be controlled or changed. Physical distractions include such things
as discomfort due to improper heat or air-conditioning, health conditions like headaches or
personal illness, and noise such as that from lawn equipment or sirens.