Which of the Following Is True About Traits and Trait

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about traits and trait appraisals?

• A)In trait appraisals, managers appraise performance by the results or the actual outcomes of work behaviors.
• B)Possessing a certain trait always ensures that it will be used on the job and result in high performance.
• C)Trait appraisals may be viewed as unfair or potentially discriminatory by workers and courts of law.
• D)Trait appraisals often enable managers to give employees feedback they can use to significantly improve performance.
• E)Trait appraisals focus on relatively short-lived human characteristics that change often.

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Definitions:

Encoder

In communication, it refers to a device or software that converts information from one format or code into another, or the person or system that performs this action.

Communication Channel

The medium through which information is transmitted from one entity to another, which can be verbal, non-verbal, or digital.

Message Funnel

A process or model that captures and condenses information from various sources to streamline communication within organizations.

Shannon-Weaver

Refers to the Shannon-Weaver Model of Communication, a theoretical framework that outlines how information is transmitted from a sender to a receiver, emphasizing the components and processes involved in communication.