The Information Contained in Performance Appraisals Helps Managers

question 184

Multiple Choice

The information contained in performance appraisals helps managers

• A) write job descriptions.
• B) compute the firm's overall performance in terms of a rate of return on investment.
• C) evaluate job applicants.
• D) make decisions about promotions, compensation, training, and firing.

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Definitions:

Mass Media

Refers to varied forms of media technologies intended to reach a large audience through mass communication, including newspapers, television, and the internet.

Two-factor Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that emotional experiences arise from a combination of a state of physiological arousal and a cognitive interpretation of that arousal.

Cognitive Label

A cognitive label is a mental categorization of information or experiences, such as emotions or objects, that helps individuals organize and interpret their environment.

Physical Arousal

The physiological state of being alert and physically ready for action, often associated with increased heartbeat and energy.