Which of the following would cause the most interference during a typical Stroop test?
A) the word "red" printed in red ink
B) the word "chair" printed in red ink
C) the word "green" printed in red ink
D) meaningless symbols printed in red ink

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The Stroop test involves naming the color of a word while ignoring the actual word itself. In option C, the word "green" is printed in red ink, which creates interference between what the word says and what color it's printed in. This conflict results in slower reaction times and more errors, making it the most challenging scenario on the test.

Which of the Following Would Cause the Most Interference During