Bill, a manager at a consulting firm, has been keenly analyzing the performance of a new recruit who turns out to be extremely intelligent.He concludes that she will be a good manager in the future even though her interpersonal skills are not half as impressive.This conclusion on Bill's part seems to be the result of ________.
A) stereotyping
B) selectivity
C) the halo effect
D) assumed similarity

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The conclusion is the result of the halo effect, which occurs when a manager's overall positive impression of an individual leads them to overlook or downplay any negative traits or behaviors.

Bill, a Manager at a Consulting Firm, Has Been Keenly