Which Rater Error Makes It Difficult to Distinguish Among Employees

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which rater error makes it difficult to distinguish among employees rated by the same rater because the rater tends to use only one part of the rating scale?

• A) Contrast error
• B) Distributional error
• C) Halo error
• D) Error based on similarity
• E) Horns error

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Definitions:

Cognitive Schema

A mental framework that organizes and interprets information in the brain, helping to understand and predict the world around us.

Relaxation Chamber

A designed space or device used to facilitate a state of physical and mental relaxation.

Maladaptive Beliefs

Thoughts or belief systems that are counterproductive to the individual's well-being or ability to solve problems effectively.

Unconscious Motives

Drives or desires that influence an individual's behavior without their awareness.