Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Self and Personality

Question:
What is the halo effect in the context of behavioural ratings?
Options:
Placing individuals in extreme positions on the scale
Avoiding extreme positions on the scale
Influencing judgments based on a single trait
Displaying biases that color judgments
Correct Answer:
Influencing judgments based on a single trait
Explanation:
Halo effect refers to the tendency of raters to be greatly influenced by a single favorable or unfavorable trait, which forms the basis of their overall judgment of a person.