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Can you pick out the problem in under 5 seconds?

This may not be your standard optical illusion, but the image below is designed to test your visual perception — much like how hidden images challenge the way we view the world around us. This puzzle seems simple but deviously tricky, so prepare to question your sanity.

The directions for this puzzle are straightforward:

There is an error in the image below and your task is to find it. I spent more time than I care to admit poring over every pixel before it hit me. As always, I’ve included the solution below, but I trust you not to peek at the answers until you’ve given the puzzle your best shot.

Here’s the image! Good luck.

Did you figure it out?

It helps if you read it aloud, but scroll down for the answer if you’re still stumped.

That’s right, the word “the” is in there twice and your brain just glossed over it. If you don’t believe me, feel free to scroll up to the original image and see for yourself. Don’t forget to SHARE and see how many of your friends you can fool!