The degree to which a communication source is perceived as trust worthy :

Question

Question

This question was previously asked in

MP Mahila Supervisor Official Paper (Held on: 28 Mar, 2017 Shift 1)

Answer 1

In communication, the effectiveness of a message is greatly influenced by how the source of the message is perceived by the audience.

Trustworthiness is a crucial factor in ensuring that a message is received and believed, and it plays a key role in both personal and professional communication.

Key Points

The degree to which a communication source is perceived as trustworthy is referred to as credibility.
A credible source is one that the audience believes to be reliable, knowledgeable, and honest.
Credibility enhances the likelihood that the message will be accepted and acted upon by the audience.

Hint

Active listening refers to fully concentrating, understanding, and responding to a speaker.
Interpersonal refers to communication between people.
Passive listening involves listening without active engagement or response.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Credibility'.