Alternation Ranking Refers to an Appraisal Method, Which ________

question 111

Multiple Choice

Alternation ranking refers to an appraisal method, which ________.

• A) is based on progress made toward the accomplishment of measurable goals
• 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) involves listing all the subordinates to be rated, 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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