When Goals Are Set and an Employee's Evaluation Is Based

question 35

Short Answer

When goals are set and an employee's evaluation is based on whether or not they achieved those goals the ________ approach is being used.

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Definitions:

Abstractions

The process of considering something independently from concrete realities, specific objects, or actual instances.

Preoperational

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, from about 2 to 7 years of age, where children can use symbols and language but do not yet understand concrete logic.

Identity Vs. Role Confusion

This term refers to a stage in Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development where adolescents explore their independence and develop a sense of self.

Generativity Vs. Stagnation

A stage of adult development, according to Erik Erikson, focusing on the challenge of contributing to society and supporting future generations.