If you form a general negative impression of a person based on one prominent characteristic,and it colours your perception of other characteristics of that person,it is called:
A)Projection bias
B)The halo effect
C)Selective attention
D)Self-serving bias
E)Stereotyping

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This is the definition of the halo effect, where one positive (or negative) characteristic of a person influences our overall perception of them, even if it is not related to other aspects of their personality or behavior.

If You Form a General Negative Impression of a Person