Rex likes Karl because he thinks Karl is fun,smart,and energetic.When someone points out that Karl is a cheapskate,Rex refuses to believe it.Perhaps Rex's perception is clouded by the __________ effect.
A)horn
B)consistency
C)pattern
D)halo

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The halo effect is the tendency for an impression created in one area to influence opinion in another area. In this case, Rex's positive perception of Karl's fun, smart, and energetic qualities influences his opinion about Karl's behavior regarding money, causing him to overlook or dismiss evidence that contradicts his positive impression of him.

Rex Likes Karl Because He Thinks Karl Is Fun,smart,and Energetic