Which type of error has occurred when a music critic's review of Lady GaGa's latest album is more positive than most person on the planet believe was warranted?
A) fashion error
B) central tendency error
C) severity error
D) halo effect

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The halo effect occurs when an individual's overall impression of a person, brand, or product influences their feelings and thoughts about that entity's character or properties. In this case, the music critic's overall positive impression of Lady Gaga might have led to an overly positive review of her latest album, regardless of its actual quality.

Which Type of Error Has Occurred When a Music Critic's