Which of the Following Statements Best Explains Why the Timing

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best explains why the timing of performance appraisals and pay discussions should be different?

• A)Most supervisors are unaware of how much their employees are paid.
• B)Each activity falls under a different HR manager and so needs a different time.
• C)For maximum reinforcement value, the pay discussion should be conducted later.
• D)Employees often focus more on the pay amount than on what aspects of performance they need to improve.

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