When Subordinates Provide Feedback for Supervisors, the Comments Should Be

question 110

Multiple Choice

When subordinates provide feedback for supervisors, the comments should be anonymous because identifiable responses tend to result in more ________.

• A) critical ratings
• B) negative attitudes from managers receiving the feedback
• C) inflated ratings
• D) All of the above.

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Definitions:

Evolutionary Pressures

Forces in the environment that influence the survival and reproduction of species, guiding the process of natural selection.

Downward Social Comparison

Comparing oneself to others who are perceived as less fortunate or less successful, often to boost self-esteem or subjective well-being.

Distressful Events

Incidents or situations that cause extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain, potentially leading to significant psychological or physical impact.

Affiliation

The connection or association with a group, organization, or cause, often determined by shared interests, goals, or identities.