One of the Major Disadvantages of Ranking as an Appraisal

question 123

Multiple Choice

One of the major disadvantages of ranking as an appraisal method is that it

• A) cannot be used to compare people in different work groups.
• B) does not measure the employees' motivation to use their ability on a daily basis.
• C) has opportunity bias.
• D) compares employees to a fixed standard.
• E) creates excessive competition among employees.

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Definitions:

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