James, a new manager, is a very hard-working. He believes that people who are hardworking will always make sure that the work gets done on time. Even when he is out of the office, he supposes that his subordinates are working diligently because he works diligently most of the time. James's perceptions of his employees are based on ________.
A) stereotyping
B) selective perception
C) halo effect
D) assumed similarity

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James is assuming that his subordinates are similar to him in terms of their work ethic and diligence, which is an example of assumed similarity. This cognitive bias leads him to believe that others share the same traits or behaviors as he does, without necessarily having evidence to support this belief.

James, a New Manager, Is a Very Hard-Working