As a Supervisor You Have a Tendency to Rate All

question 25

Multiple Choice

As a supervisor you have a tendency to rate all employees as "average" in everything. You are guilty of using what perceptual error?

• A) halo error
• B) contrast effect
• C) central tendency error
• D) recency effect

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Definitions:

Structured Interview

A systematic interviewing method where all candidates are asked the same set of predetermined questions for the purpose of making fair and objective comparisons.

Job Sample Simulation

A pre-employment assessment technique where candidates perform tasks or work activities that mirror the actual job responsibilities.

Legally Defensible

A position, action, or decision that can be successfully upheld and justified in a court of law.

Performance Appraisals

The process of evaluating an employee's job performance and productivity, usually against pre-established criteria or objectives.