This study examined the most frequently encountered barriers that may affect listen
ing effectiveness among business college students. A factor analysis indicated the
presence of six listening barrier factors that concern students. In addition, the barrier
"listen primarily for details or facts" was perceived to be the most frequently en
countered barrier identifded by the students. The students' major or age had no bear
ing on the level of frequency given to the barrier factors. However, two out of the six
factors were significantly different based on the students'sex.
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