Which of the Following Is a Weakness Associated with the Graphic

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a weakness associated with the graphic rating scale method of performance appraisal?

• A) The writing skill of a manager can affect appraisal conducted using this method.
• B) It can lead to friction between the manager and employees when the employees think the manager is keeping a "book" on them.
• C) Managers are required to jot down incidents regularly which become a burdensome and time-consuming task.
• D) It evaluates one employee's performance as a function of the performance of other employees in the job.
• E) Managers are unlikely to interpret written descriptions in the same manner because of differences in background, experience, and personality.

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Definitions:

Piagetian Task

Refers to a set of experimental procedures designed to assess cognitive development in children, based on the theories of Jean Piaget, which focus on stages of cognitive growth and how children interact with their environment to learn.

Concrete Operational Tasks

Cognitive tasks used to assess a child's ability to operate logically in solving problems involving tangible objects, as per Piaget's theory of cognitive development.

Metamemory

The self-awareness of one's own memory capabilities, including the processes of monitoring and regulating the memory.

Middle Childhood

The developmental stage typically ranging from ages 6 to 12, marked by significant growth in cognitive abilities, social skills, and independence.