Which of the Following Could Result in a Legally Questionable

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following could result in a legally questionable appraisal process?

• A)conduct a job analysis to establish criteria and standards for successful performance
• B)administer and score appraisals in a standardized fashion
• C)avoid abstract trait names when using graphic rating scales
• D)use clearly defined job performance dimensions
• E)base appraisals on subjective supervisory observations

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Definitions:

Cognitive Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that emphasizes the important role of thinking in how we feel and what we do; it is focused on changing distorted thoughts to improve emotional response and behavior.

Catharsis

The reliving of past repressed feelings in order to settle internal conflicts and overcome problems.

Repression

A psychological defense mechanism where unwanted thoughts and desires are unconsciously pushed out of conscious thought.

Transference

A phenomenon in psychotherapy where patients project feelings or attitudes from important persons in their past onto the therapist.