Forced Distribution Refers to an Appraisal Method, Which ________

question 6

Multiple Choice

Forced distribution refers to an appraisal method, which ________.

• A) is based on progress made toward the accomplishment of measurable goals
• B) combines the benefits of narratives, critical incidents, and quantified scales by assigning scale points with specific examples of good or poor performance
• 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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Definitions:

Nonexcludable

A characteristic of public goods: Once a good is produced, no one can be excluded from enjoying its benefits.

Marginal Social Benefit

The additional gain to society as a whole from consuming or producing one more unit of a good or service.

Marginal Social Cost

The additional cost imposed on society as a whole by producing one extra unit of a good or service.

Nonrival

A good or service that can be consumed by one individual without preventing the consumption of the good by another individual.