Carmine Inc

question 83

Multiple Choice

Carmine Inc. is a software firm that caters to the requirements of its clients. At Carmine, work teams have access to all vital and confidential data that is normally accessible only to managers. This helps motivate teams and keep them well informed. In this scenario, the employee-friendly workplace culture is most likely to increase _____.

• A) employee job satisfaction
• B) centralization of authority
• C) organizational information security
• D) grapevine communication

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Definitions:

Performance Appraisals

A systematic evaluation of an employee's job performance and productivity in relation to established criteria and organizational objectives.

Contrast Errors

A type of evaluation error that occurs when an employee's assessment is based on a comparison with another employee rather than on individual performance standards.

Behaviorally Anchored Rating Scale

A method used in performance appraisal that links specific behavioral patterns with specific performance ratings to ensure objectivity and fairness.

Behavioral Observation Scale

A systematic method for assessing job performance based on directly observing and recording an employee’s behavior in the workplace.