What does ‘the halo effect’ refer to?

A. The tendency to let an overall impression of a person influence specific evaluations of them
B. A type of cognitive bias
C. A measure of emotional intelligence
D. A method of behavior modification

Answer: The tendency to let an overall impression of a person influence specific evaluations of them


Additional Information: The halo effect shows how first impressions can skew our perceptions.


Subjects: Psychology