Edwin Understands That Feedback Is Important for the Goal-Setting Process

question 96

Multiple Choice

Edwin understands that feedback is important for the goal-setting process to be effective. He likely believes ______.

• A) goal feedback should only come from the direct supervisor
• B) employees who receive feedback on their progress achieve higher levels of performance than those who don't receive feedback
• C) feedback on goals rarely guides performance
• D) employees prefer feedback comes from an outside source

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Definitions:

Central Route

In the context of persuasion, this refers to a pathway where individuals are influenced by the content and quality of the message, leading to lasting attitude change.

Peripheral Route

A method of persuasion that involves passive agreement without active thinking, typically influenced by external cues such as the speaker's attractiveness or credibility.

Fact-Based

Relating to information that is supported by factual evidence.

Obedience

The act of following directions or commands from those in authority, or the behavior of complying with or yielding to a request or instruction.