Asha tells her husband that she is frustrated by his lack of help with household chores. However, he does not seem to be listening because he has just returned home from work and is exhausted. This is an example of what type of barrier?

A. selection barrier
B. information-processing barrier
C. context barrier
D. attention barrier


Answer: C

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