Consider the Following Graphic Rating Scale Item:
Completes Work $\quad$

question 132

Multiple Choice

Consider the following graphic rating scale item:
Completes work on time
never $\quad$ $\quad$ $\quad$ $\quad$ usuall $\quad$ $\quad$ $\quad$ does excellent work
How would you evaluate this item?

• A) There are too few points on the rating scale.
• B) There are too many points on the rating scale.
• C) The rating points are not related to the topic.
• D) The points are defined in terms of behaviors that require inference on the part of the rater.
• E) The points do not represent the relevant extremes of the behavior.

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Definitions:

Statement Of Retained Earnings

This is a financial statement that outlines the changes in retained earnings for a specific period, factoring in net income and dividends.

Income Statement

A financial statement that shows a company's revenues and expenses over a particular period, culminating in its net income or loss.

Cumulative

Referring to something that increases or accumulates over time, such as cumulative voting rights or cumulative dividends.

Stated Value

A value assigned to no-par value stock by the issuing company's board of directors to serve as the stock's legal capital.