Which of the Following Methods Is Most Likely to Give

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following methods is most likely to give a more realistic view of an employee's performance?

• A) The forced-distribution method
• B) A graphic rating scale
• C) The paired-comparison method
• D) The simple ranking method
• E) A 360-degree appraisal

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Definitions:

Symmetric

Describes a shape or distribution that is mirrored and evenly balanced around a central point or axis.

Measures of Central Location

Statistical metrics that describe the center of a dataset, including mean, median, and mode.

Mean

The average of a set of values, calculated by summing them up and dividing by the number of values.

Data Set

A collection of data, often organized in a structured format, that can be analyzed to find patterns, trends, or to answer specific questions.