Studies of Performance Appraisal Systems Show That the Most Influential

question 79

Multiple Choice

Studies of performance appraisal systems show that the most influential element on the effectiveness of the system is the:

• A) number of employees for whom the rater is responsible.
• B) intelligence and experience of the rater.
• C) type of tool or system being used.
• D) job category being evaluated.

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