_____ Is an Indirect Technique Used by Interest Groups to Influence

question 3

Multiple Choice

_____ is an indirect technique used by interest groups to influence government policy.

• A) Lobbying
• B) Providing election support
• C) Forming political action committees
• D) Mobilizing constituents
• E) Participating in elections

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Definitions:

Central Tendency Error

A bias in evaluating others where assessments tend to cluster around a central point, ignoring extreme performances.

Performance Appraisal

A systematic evaluation process in which the work performance of an employee is assessed, typically by their manager, with feedback provided for future improvement.

Behaviorally Anchored Rating Scales

A performance appraisal method that uses specific examples of behavior to rate an employee's performance.

Performance Effectiveness

The level of success in accomplishing goals and resolving identified issues.