As a Supervisor,which of the Following Is the Best Way

question 52

Multiple Choice

As a supervisor,which of the following is the best way for you to correct a performance appraisal problem that is primarily linked to unclear standards?

• A) allowing employees to rate themselves first
• B) using descriptive phrases to illustrate traits
• C) avoiding the use of extremely low ratings
• D) using graphic rating scales to rank employees

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Definitions:

Attribution Theory

A concept in psychology that explains how individuals pinpoint the causes of their own and others' behaviors.

Appraisal Theory

A theory in psychology that explains how individuals evaluate the significance of events or situations, leading to specific emotional reactions.

Transactional Model

A communication theory that emphasizes the reciprocal nature of the communication process, where each participant alternates roles as sender and receiver.

Yerkes-Dodson Law

A theory suggesting there is an optimal level of arousal for the best performance of a task; too little or too much arousal can negatively impact performance.