Because the average listener can comprehend language at a rate that is much higher than speakers can speak, people tend to be ________.
A) poor listeners
B) good speakers
C) slow talkers
D) good listeners

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A) The mismatch between the ability of humans to listen and speak causes listeners, who function at a higher rate, to lose focus when they are listening. This loss of focus is a major reason why many people tend to be poor listeners, making this the correct response. It may also incidentally be a reason why many people tend to talk fast-to try to make up for the speaking-listening mismatch.

Because the Average Listener Can Comprehend Language at a Rate