A leader who is achievement oriented might assume that subordinates are also achievement oriented. This perceptual distortion is called:
A) the halo effect.
B) projection.
C) intuition.
D) stereotyping.

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This perceptual distortion is called projection, where the leader assumes that their own traits, attitudes, and values are shared by their subordinates. In this case, the leader assumes that their achievement-oriented approach is also shared by their subordinates.

A Leader Who Is Achievement Oriented Might Assume That Subordinates