Which of the following phenomena is a perceptual bias that can affect organizational behavior?

A) the halo effect
B) group polarization
C) risky shift
D) groupthink

Perceptual Bias

is the tendency to perceive information based on one's own beliefs, expectations, and experiences, often leading to distorted interpretations.

The Halo Effect

A cognitive bias where an individual's overall impression of a person, company, brand, or product influences feelings and thoughts about that entity's character or properties.

Group Polarization

The tendency for a group's prevailing attitudes or beliefs to become more extreme following discussion among group members.