Is a process by which perception of a person is formed on the basis of single favourable or unfavourable trait
A. Biasness
B. Stereotyping
C. Hallo effect
D. Perceptual paradox
C. Halo effect
The correct answer is C. Hallo effect.
The hallo effect is a cognitive bias in which the perception of a person is influenced by a single favorable or unfavorable trait. This means that if a person has a positive characteristic, such as being attractive or charismatic, people tend to have a positive overall impression of that person, even if they possess other negative qualities. Conversely, if a person has a negative trait, such as being rude or untrustworthy, people may perceive them negatively in other aspects as well, even if those other aspects are not directly related.
The correct answer is C. Hallo effect.
To arrive at the correct answer, we can break down the options and understand each one:
A. Biasness: Biasness refers to the tendency to have a preference or inclination for or against something or someone. While biasness can influence perception, it does not specifically refer to the formation of perception based on a single favorable or unfavorable trait.
B. Stereotyping: Stereotyping is when individuals assign certain traits or characteristics to an entire group of people based on preconceived notions, generalizations, or assumptions. While stereotyping can involve forming perceptions based on single traits, it does not fit the description of the question, as it focuses on forming perceptions about an individual, not a group.
C. Hallo effect: The hallo effect, also known as the halo effect, is a cognitive bias where an individual's overall impression or perception of someone is influenced by a single favorable or unfavorable trait. This means that if we perceive someone as having a positive attribute, we are more likely to view them positively overall, or if we perceive them as having a negative attribute, we are more likely to view them negatively overall. This aligns with the specific behavior described in the question.
D. Perceptual paradox: "Perceptual paradox" is not a commonly used term in psychology or related fields. It does not describe the behavior of forming perception based on a single trait.
Therefore, the correct answer is C. Hallo effect.