If a Minority Group Is Consistent in Their Opinions They

question 27

Multiple Choice

If a minority group is consistent in their opinions they can sway the majority, one of the reasons for this is that the majority will perceive them to be ______.

• A) credible
• B) uncertain
• C) an example of groupthink
• D) all of these

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Definitions:

Rating Error

A mistake or bias that occurs when evaluating an individual, typically in performance appraisals, leading to inaccurate or unfair assessments.

Calibration Meetings

Sessions in which managers or HR professionals discuss and align on performance standards, ratings, and development needs for employees to ensure consistency and fairness.

Performance Appraisal

The evaluation process by which an employee's job performance is assessed and documented by a manager or supervisor.

Calibration Meeting

Meeting at which managers discuss employee performance ratings and provide evidence supporting their ratings with the goal of eliminating the influence of rating errors.