Which of the Following Statements Best Represents a Halo Effect

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best represents a halo effect?

• A) We tend to attribute our own successes to internal factors but we tend to put the blame for our failure on external factors.
• B) We tend to judge someone on the basis of our perception of the group to which he or she belongs.
• C) Our reaction to a person is influenced by other persons we have recently encountered.
• D) We tend to draw a general impression about an individual on the basis of a single characteristic, such as intelligence, sociability, or appearance.
• E) When we make judgments about the behaviour of other people, we tend to underestimate the influence of external factors and overestimate the influence of internal or personal factors.

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Definitions:

Scarce Resources

Resources that are limited in availability, which can lead to competition over their use and allocation.

Conflict

A process that arises when individuals or groups perceive that their interests are being opposed or negatively affected by others.

Scapegoat Theory

A social theory suggesting that individuals or groups are unfairly blamed for problems or wrongdoings, often to distract from the root cause.

Dominant Majority Group

The social group in a society that holds the most power and influence, often setting norms and standards for others to follow.