The Procedures Followed to Develop a Behaviorally Anchored Rating Scale

question 3

Multiple Choice

The procedures followed to develop a behaviorally anchored rating scale typically result in scales that

• A)have a high degree of construct validity.
• B)have a high degree of content validity.
• C)can be used to rate employees across different jobs.
• D)cost the least to develop.

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Definitions:

Vicarious Learning

is the process of learning by observing the actions and consequences of others' behavior, rather than through direct experience.

Desensitization

The process by which repeated exposure to a stimulus (e.g., violence) reduces emotional responsiveness to the stimulus over time.

Cultivation Theory

A theory that suggests that heavy exposure to media, particularly television, shapes viewers' perceptions of reality.

Violent Sexual Material

Content that depicts sexual acts in association with violence, aggression, or abuse, raising concerns about its impact on attitudes and behaviors.