Which of the following is NOT considered a barrier to effective listening?  A) Prejudice B) Distractions  C) Emotional Intelligence  D) Overhearing

The answer is C) Emotional Intelligence. Emotional intelligence is not considered a barrier to effective listening. In fact, it can enhance listening skills as it involves understanding and managing your own emotions, and empathizing with others, which can help in better understanding the speaker's perspective. On the other hand, prejudice (A), distractions (B), and overhearing (D) can all hinder effective listening. Prejudice can lead to bias and misunderstanding, distractions can divert attention, and overhearing, which is listening passively or without the speaker's knowledge, can lead to misinterpretation or missing out on important information.