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Valarie likes her doctor because he takes the time to listen thoughtfully to everything she has to say and advises her on the best actions to take. This demonstrates how people with good listening skills are seen as _____.
a. complacent
b. pleasant
c. trustworthy
d. dynamic
Answer:
The correct answer is letter c. trustworthy.
Explanation:
By definition, trustworthy refers to someone who is honest and reliable. We tend to feel we can trust people who know how to listen because we sense they are willing to refrain judgment. When we are truly listened to, when our feelings, emotions, impressions, and opinions are acknowledged without criticism or judgment, we feel safe. Therefore, a person with good listening skills is seen as trustworthy.
Question Options:
a. complacent
b. pleasant
c. trustworthy
d. dynamic
Answer: This demonstrates how people with good listening skills are seen as TRUSTWORTHY.
Trustworthy can be said to be something one can believe in; worthy of dependence or reliance. An individual that is said to be trustworthy can be said to be one who is honest and can be entrusted with anything of importance.
The doctor listening to everything Valerie has to say can be said to be reliance and of course as a professional, he is able to keep them as secrets and offer best advice in return.
