You are trying to talk to your friend about problems with his parents while you are at a bar with loud music in the background. What strategy would you use to maintain effective listening?

Your friend needs to talk to you about her new relationship but you have a difficult time listening because you have an early morning history test to study for and have a trip to plan. What strategy would you use to maintain effective listening?

You are talking on your cell phone and the reception is bad. What strategy would you use to maintain effective listening?