Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Using Performance

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using performance appraisals?

• A) Performance appraisals do not provide judgments systematic enough to support salary increases, promotions, or transfers.
• B) Individuals involved in performance appraisals view them as a reward-punishment situation.
• C) Performance appraisals place undue emphasis on critiquing individual performance rather than increasing organizational productivity and completing paperwork.
• D) Performance appraisals focus employees on the long-run success of the organization, rather than individual rewards, which affects employee morale negatively.
• E) Performance appraisals are not effective at telling subordinates how they are doing and of suggesting needed changes in behavior, attitudes, skills, or job knowledge.

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Definitions:

Cost Objects

Any item for which costs are separately measured and tracked, including products, services, projects, or activities.

Cost Allocation

The process of assigning indirect costs to different products, services, or business units within a company, typically using a logical allocation base.

Cost Distribution

The process of assigning or allocating an organization's costs to specific cost objects, such as products or departments.

Support Department Cost Allocation

The distribution of overhead costs from auxiliary departments (like maintenance or HR) to producing departments based on relevant allocation bases.