The Stroop Effect Occurs When Participants

question 58

Multiple Choice

The Stroop effect occurs when participants

• A) are told to divide their attention between colors and shapes.
• B) try to name colors and ignore words.
• C) try to select some incoming information based on meaning.
• D) are told to shadow two messages simultaneously.

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