The halo effect related to selection is
A) a positive initial impression of the position that distorts an interviewer's rating.
B) a positive initial impression of the candidate that distorts an interviewer's rating.
C) a positive initial impression of the company that will distort an interviewer's rating.
D) a positive impression of themselves as the potential supervisor of the candidate that will distort an interviewer's rating.
E) a positive initial impression of the compensation plan that will distort an interviewer's rating.

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The halo effect is a cognitive bias in which an initial positive impression of a person affects the interviewer's perception of the candidate's other qualities and abilities. This positive bias may lead to an overall inflated rating of the candidate's performance, even if it is not warranted. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

The Halo Effect Related to Selection Is