What is the ‘halo effect’?

A. A tendency to attribute positive traits to someone based on one positive trait
B. A cognitive bias related to memory recall
C. The phenomenon of social loafing
D. The tendency to conform to group opinions

Answer: A tendency to attribute positive traits to someone based on one positive trait


Additional Information: The halo effect occurs when an individual's overall impression of a person influences their feelings and thoughts about that person's character.


Subjects: Psychology