The goal of ________ is to understand and evaluate a speaker's message based on elements such as logic,evidence,and validity,as well as the speaker's intentions and motives.

A) cerebral listening
B) content listening
C) critical listening
D) covert listening

Critical listening involves evaluating and analyzing a speaker's message based on logical consistency, evidence presented, and overall validity. It also involves considering the speaker's motives and intentions, as well as any potential biases they may have. It goes beyond simply hearing the words being spoken and requires a deeper level of analysis and evaluation.