Brian does not know anything about Sally except that she is very attractive. Based on research presented in the text, Brian is MOST likely to make the attribution that Sally is __________.
A) intelligent and honest
B) empathetic and caring
C) dominant and successful in her career
D) sociable and extroverted

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The "halo effect" is a psychological phenomenon where an individual's overall impression of a person influences how they feel and think about that person's character. In this case, because Brian finds Sally very attractive, he is more likely to attribute positive social qualities to her, such as being sociable and extroverted, due to the halo effect.

Brian Does Not Know Anything About Sally Except That She