Which of the following best illustrates retroactive interference?
A) Susie struggles to learn how to play the violin, after playing the guitar for many years.
B) Chet struggles to learn the names of the new players he added to his fantasy baseball roster.
C) Professor Jones struggles to learn the names of his new students after teaching for many years prior.
D) Coach Todd calls one of her old softball players the name of one of her new players.
Answer: D
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