A particularly counterproductive style is that of ________, know-it-alls who automatically write off topics or people as irrelevant or uninteresting. Social convention, however, requires that they at least look like they are listening.
A) dependent listeners
B) fakers
C) interrupters
D) intellectual listeners
E) barkers

Question

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Fakers fit the description of individuals who pretend to listen or show interest, as per the context of appearing to adhere to social conventions despite their disinterest or dismissive attitude.

A Particularly Counterproductive Style Is That of ________, Know-It-Alls Who