The halo effect refers to:
A) Jumping to conclusions after weighing the evidence and analyzing all options
B) Being overly optimistic
C) Overlooking the bad traits in favor of minimal good traits
D) Jumping to conclusions after a first impression based on limited information

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The halo effect is a cognitive bias where the perception of one positive trait influences the perception of other traits, leading to conclusions based on limited information, often from a first impression.

The Halo Effect Refers To