When a person evaluates another as generally low on many traits after observing poor performance on just one trait, the negative carryover effect is known as:
A) stereotype.
B) placebo effect.
C) horn effect.
D) halo effect.
E) angel syndrome.

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The horn effect occurs when a negative impression in one area influences the perception of a person in other areas, leading to a generally negative evaluation.

When a Person Evaluates Another as Generally Low on Many