Which of the following most accurately describes the contrast effect?
A) Employees who are good at one aspect of their job tend to be viewed as poor at other aspects of their job.
B) Employees who perform one aspect of their job well tend to be rated highly for other aspects.
C) An average worker is rated as substandard because he or she is compared to an above average employee.
D) An average worker is rated as above average because he or she is compared to another above average employee.

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The contrast effect refers to the tendency for an average person to be rated as substandard or below average because they are compared to someone who is above average. This can lead to an unfair evaluation of the person's performance. Option A and B describe halo effects, where a positive or negative impression of someone influences how they are rated on other aspects. Option D is not accurate and is opposite of what the contrast effect actually is.

Which of the Following Most Accurately Describes the Contrast Effect