When we draw a general impression of an individual on the basis of a single characteristic,such as intelligence,we are demonstrating ______.

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The given scenario demonstrates the halo effect, as it refers to the tendency of people to use one positive or negative characteristic of an individual to make a general impression of their overall abilities or personality. This can lead to biased judgments, as other important traits or factors may be overlooked or discounted.

When We Draw a General Impression of an Individual on the Basis