The halo effect is:
A) when observational methods and ratings scales will likely not be an effective tool to use due to the vague nature of the attribute being observed.
B) when the overall impression of an individual clouds the rating of that person in one select area.
C) when the individual doing the rating identifies with the person being rated and thus rates the individual inaccurately.
D) when an individual is being too nice in his or her ratings of another.

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The halo effect occurs when the overall impression of an individual cloud the rating of that person in one select area. This means that a person's positive or negative attributes in one area affect how they are perceived in all other areas. For example, if someone is seen as likeable, they may be rated highly in other areas even if they don't necessarily possess those traits.

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