When a Mentally Challenged Candidate Is Overlooked by a Recruiter

question 136

Multiple Choice

When a mentally challenged candidate is overlooked by a recruiter even though he possesses skills that are perfect for the job, which perceptual distortion is likely to be experienced by the recruiter?

• A) Halo effect
• B) Selective perception
• C) Ability stereotypes
• D) Projection
• E) Self-fulfilling prophecy

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