Forced Distribution Refers to an Appraisal Method, Which

question 109

Multiple Choice

Forced distribution refers to an appraisal method, which .

• A)combines the benefits of narratives, critical incidents, and quantified scales by assigning scale points with specific examples of good or poor performance
• B)requires that the supervisor keep a log of positive and negative examples of a subordinate's work-related behavior
• C)requires a supervisor to evaluate performance by assigning predetermined percentages of those being rated into performance categories
• D)is based on progress made toward the accomplishment of measurable goals
• E)involves listing all the subordinates to be rated, crossing out the names of any not known well enough to rank, indicating the employee who is the highest on each characteristic being measured and who is the lowest, and then alternating between the next highest and lowest until all employees have been ranked

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Definitions:

Insourcing

involves bringing processes or services back in-house, which were previously outsourced to external companies.

Joint Venture

A business arrangement where two or more parties agree to pool their resources for the purpose of accomplishing a specific task or business operation.

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