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    A communication barrier that involves linguistic problems of sender & receiver is known as -
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    A communication barrier that involves linguistic problems of sender & receiver is known as -

    A.

    Environmental barrier

    B.

    Semantic barrier

    C.

    Personal barrier

    D.

    Psychological barrier

    Correct option is B


    Sol. A semantic barrier occurs when there is a misunderstanding due to differences in language, meanings, or interpretation of words. These barriers arise from different dialects, jargon, technical terms, or poor translation. They can lead to miscommunication in workplaces, education, and healthcare settings.
    Explanation of Each Option:
    · Environmental barrier: Incorrect; caused by physical factors like noise, distance, and interruptions, not language issues.
    · Semantic barrier: Correct answer; involves misinterpretation due to differences in language, meaning, or cultural terms.
    · Personal barrier: Incorrect; arises from individual differences, attitudes, or emotions that hinder communication.
    · Psychological barrier: Incorrect; caused by mental state, stress, or biases affecting understanding.

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