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Choose the correct statement that describes Simon Effect.

a: Is a phenomenon in which the tendency to name a color ink in which the word is printed will interfere with the ability to say the name word. Explanation

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b: Is a phenomenon in which participants respond faster and more accurately when the stimulus and response are on the same side than when both are presented on opposite sides. Explanation

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c: Is a phenomenon in which participants fail to perceive objects that are not the focus of attention. Explanation

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d: Is a phenomenon that occurs when another person’s behavior provides information about what is true. Explanation

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What is a common method to reduce the Simon Effect in tasks?

a: Training participants to focus on the spatial location of the stimulus. Explanation

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b: Increasing the complexity of the task. Explanation

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c: Practicing the task repeatedly to reduce interference. Explanation

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d: Removing irrelevant spatial information from the task. Explanation

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How can the Simon Effect be used in real-world situations?

a: To help people respond more quickly when they are distracted by irrelevant information. Explanation

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b: To design user interfaces that minimize errors caused by irrelevant information. Explanation

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c: To reduce the impact of emotional responses on decision-making. Explanation

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d: To improve memory recall by using spatial cues. Explanation

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Simons Effect