Which of the Following Is an Essential Component of an Appraisal

question 101

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an essential component of an appraisal interview?

• A) It should take place in one session in order to give the employee a complete view of his or her performance.
• B) It can be divided into two sections, though this is not advisable.
• C) It is a time for the supervisor to give feedback on past performance and should not be used for developmental purposes.
• D) It should be held in two segments because the rater must perform the role of both evaluator and counsellor.

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Definitions:

Third Variable

A factor that is not directly involved in the hypothesis being tested but may influence the relationship between the independent and dependent variables.

Reverse Causality

A situation in research or analysis where the direction of cause-and-effect is opposite to what is commonly presumed or is being investigated.

A Priori Causal Theory

Knowledge or reasoning based on theoretical deduction rather than empirical evidence, used to speculate about causes.

Dependent Variable

The variable in an experiment that is being tested and measured, often seen as the outcome or effect in a study.