When a person is viewed as being positive in one area, and then is assumed to be positive in other areas, this is called
A) the double-blind error
B) the nominal fallacy
C) the beta error
D) the halo effect

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The halo effect is the tendency to assume that because someone excels in one area, they must also excel in other areas. This can lead to biased judgments and inaccurate evaluations.

When a Person Is Viewed as Being Positive in One