Allison has just presented her paper and has done a really good job. Why should you not want to present your own paper directly after she does?
A) to avoid the stereotyping effect
B) to avoid the halo effect
C) to avoid the contrast effect
D) to avoid the projection effect
E) to avoid the fundamental attribution error

Question

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Presenting your own paper directly after Allison may lead to the contrast effect, where the audience may unconsciously compare your presentation to Allison's, and find your performance lacking in comparison. It is better to give the audience some time to reset their expectations before presenting your own paper.

Allison Has Just Presented Her Paper and Has Done a Really