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:

Independent Contractors

Workers who provide services to a business or individual under terms specified in a contract or agreement and are not considered employees.

Start-up Company

A young company founded to develop a unique product or service and bring it to market.

Independent Contractors

Individuals who are in business for themselves, providing goods or services to another entity as a non-employee, typically on a contract basis.

Workforce

The collective group of individuals engaged in or available for work, either in a specific area or in a particular industry or occupation.