Which of the Following Is an Error That Occurs in Performance

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an error that occurs in performance appraisals when a rater allows a single prominent characteristic of an employee to influence his or her judgment on each separate item in the performance appraisal?

• A) Leniency
• B) The central tendency
• C) The halo effect
• D) Recency

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Definitions:

Projected Budgets

Financial plans that estimate future income and expenditures over a specific period, helping organizations plan their financial activities.

Prototype Testing

The process of evaluating a preliminary model of a product to identify any potential issues or improvements before it is produced on a larger scale or released to the market.

Profitability Ratios

Financial metrics used to assess a business's ability to generate earnings compared to its expenses and other relevant costs incurred during a specific period of time.

Leverage Ratios

Financial metrics used to assess a company's ability to meet its financial obligations, with a focus on its use of debt.