Which structured interview error occurs when an interviewer rates an average applicant favorably because the previous applicant performed very poorly?
AContrast Error
BStereotyping Error
CFirst-Impression Error
DRecency Error
Explanation
Contrast error occurs when ratings are distorted by comparison with the immediately preceding candidate’s performance.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Selection & Testing
- Subtopic: Interview Biases

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