BARS

question 24

Multiple Choice

BARS:

• A) focus the evaluator's attention on those tasks and behaviors that are key in making the difference between executing a job effectively and executing it ineffectively.
• B) assume that one can define and rate traits objectively, and is often used in conjunction with written feedback.
• C) are evaluations by the supervisor, coworkers, subordinates, and even customers or clients outside the immediate work area.
• D) use the constituents of critical incidents along with graphic rating scales.

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Definitions:

Unfavorable Differences

Variances that occur when actual costs are higher than the budgeted or standard costs, often considered as negative variances.

Relevant Range

The range of the activity index over which the company expects to operate during the year.

Total Costs

The aggregate amount of all expenses incurred in the production of goods or services, including fixed and variable costs.

Linear

A mathematical relationship or function that can be graphically represented by a straight line, characterized by consistent changes.