Debbie works part time in a coffee shop. some of the equipment is so noisy it prevents her from correctly hearing what the customer orders. the noisy equipment is an example of a(n) barrier to communication.

Physical Barrier

Explanation:

Physical barriers to communication can be defined as an environmental and natural condition that acts as a barrier for both the sender and receiver in sending and receiving respectively. It can be because of the organizational environment and also due to design problems in the work space. Noise and technological problems are also considered to be a technological barrier. In Debbie's case, the noise due to the equipment is acting as a physical barrier.