Sharon was made the captain of her softball team due to her excellent playing skills. However, the fact that she did not display good team management skills and did not cooperate with her teammates was ignored while making her the captain. Which of the following biases is illustrated in this instance?

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The halo effect is illustrated in this instance because Sharon is viewed as an excellent player, and this positive perception is carried over to her leadership and interpersonal skills. Her abilities as a player are assumed to translate to her abilities as a captain, even though she may not have displayed good team management skills or cooperation with her teammates.

Sharon Was Made the Captain of Her Softball Team Due