Question

Halo effect and "Devil's Horns" are associated with which selection activity? Select one: a. Background checking b. Preliminary screening c. Interviews d. Testing\

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Interviews

Explanation:

In an interview, there is personal contact between the interviewer and the person interviewed. In this context, first impressions are very important (this is why people are advice to dress and groom themselves well before going to an interview).

A postive first impression can result in a general positive bias when analyzing the person. This is the halo effect and can become helpful in securing the job.

On the contrary, a negative first impression can result in a negative bias when analyzing the person. Negative qualities are ascribed to the person without much basis. This is tthe Devil's Horns effect and can result in the loss of the job opportunity.