Which Type of Performance-Appraisal Rating Method Focuses on Specific Instances

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which type of performance-appraisal rating method focuses on specific instances of good or poor performance for evaluating performance?

• A) The simple ranking method
• B) The paired-comparison method
• C) The management-by-objectives method
• D) The critical incident method
• E) The forced-distribution method

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