Which of the following are the communication barriers?
(A) Inverted V
(B) Semantic
(C) Psychological
(D) Organisational
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → (B), (C) and (D) only
Inverted V: It is a kind of communcation network where a subordinate is allowed to communicate with his immediate superior as well as his superiors superior. It is not a barrier to communication.
The other options are widely recognized categories of communication barriers:
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(B) Semantic Barriers: These arise from problems with encoding and decoding the message due to differences in language, meaning of words (jargon, technical terms, different interpretations), tone, or symbols.
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(C) Psychological Barriers: These stem from the emotional and mental state of the sender and receiver. Examples include premature evaluation, lack of attention, distrust, fear, or a closed mind.
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(D) Organisational Barriers: These arise from defects in the structure, rules, and regulations of the organization. Examples include rigid rules, complex organizational structures (long scalar chain), status differences, and inappropriate authority relationships.