Which term is the ability to listen with full attention to someone speaking?

• A. Metric System
• B. Aphasia
• C. Active Listening
• D. Developmental Level

Answer: (C)

Active listening involves listening with full attention to someone speaking. It goes beyond just hearing words; you focus on the speaker, notice tone and body language, and avoid interrupting. You show you’re listening by giving feedback, paraphrasing what you heard, asking clarifying questions, and withholding judgment until the speaker is done. This level of engagement helps ensure you understand the message and respond appropriately, which is why it correctly describes the ability to listen with full attention. The other terms refer to unrelated concepts: the metric system is about measurement units, aphasia is a language impairment, and developmental level indicates a person’s stage of growth.