Forming an overall impression about a person or object and then having that impression bias ratings about that person or object is known as the ________ perceptual error.
A) Halo
B) Leniency
C) Central tendency
D) Recency
E) Contrast effects

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The Halo effect refers to the tendency to form an overall impression (positive or negative) about a person or object and then use that impression to bias subsequent ratings or evaluations. This occurs without a careful consideration of individual traits or characteristics.

Forming an Overall Impression About a Person or Object and Then