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:

Stress Management

Techniques and strategies used to handle stress and reduce its negative effects on health.

Overloaded Schedule

A situation where an individual's schedule is excessively packed with tasks or events, leading to potential stress or time management issues.

Professional Burnout

A state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, often seen in demanding work environments.

Self-defeating Thought

A cognitive pattern where an individual harbors negative beliefs about themselves, leading to counterproductive outcomes.