When the perceiver develops an overall impression of a person or situation based on one characteristic, ____ occurs.
A) projection
B) perceptual defense
C) the halo effect
D) external attribution

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The halo effect occurs when one characteristic of a person or situation dominates the perceiver's overall impression. This can lead to biased evaluations based on a single trait, rather than a more balanced and accurate assessment.

When the Perceiver Develops an Overall Impression of a Person