Suppose that you meet a friend of a friend named Rulani who is strikingly attractive, well-groomed, and well-mannered.And suppose that you immediately assume that Rulani 'has it together'.That is to say, he is smart, talented and successful, and he likely has a great social and romantic life as well.If so, you would be showing evidence of the ____.

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The 'what is beautiful is good' effect is the tendency to assume that physically attractive people possess other desirable traits (such as intelligence and success). In this scenario, the assumption that Rulani has it together is based on his physical attractiveness and grooming, indicating the presence of the 'what is beautiful is good' effect. The other options are not relevant in this context.

Suppose That You Meet a Friend of a Friend Named