Which of the Following Is a Common Type of Rating

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a common type of rating error that managers are prone to in the performance appraisal process?

• A)standard deviation  
• B)descriptive bias error  
• C)80/20 error  
• D)central tendency error

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Definitions:

Encoding

The process of converting information into a form that can be stored in memory or communicated to others.

Decoding

The process of interpreting and making sense of messages or information received.

Downward Communication

The process of information flow from higher managerial or organizational levels to lower levels, typically involving directives, instructions, and policy announcements.

Horizontal Communication

The exchange of information between peers within the same level of an organization or environment, facilitating coordination and collaboration.