Explain the difference between physical and physiological distractions

What will be an ideal response?

Physical distractions are listening interferences that come through your senses. A
strong smell, a glare, or the close proximity of a classmate's desk are all obstacles to effective
listening. Physiological distractions also have to do with the body, but are related to illness
and/or unusual physiological conditions. Earaches, being overtired, having the flu, all of these
physiological conditions have symptoms that hamper our ability to focus and listen.

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In what way does listening differ from hearing?

A. Hearing processes sounds; listening interprets the sounds' meaning. B. Hearing is sensory and listening is nonsense. C. Listening is used for speeches; hearing is used for conversations. D. Listening is physiological; hearing is psychological.

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