The Primary Purpose of Providing Employees with Feedback During a Performance

question 6

Multiple Choice

The primary purpose of providing employees with feedback during a performance appraisal is to motivate employees to ________.

• A)apply for managerial positions
• B)remove any performance deficiencies
• C)revise their performance standards
• D)enroll in work-related training programs

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon involving discomfort felt by an individual when they hold conflicting beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors simultaneously.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize personal characteristics and ignore situational factors in judging others' behavior.

Central Route Change

A persuasive approach that focuses on logical arguments and content, leading to long-lasting attitude change by engaging systematic thinking.

Reactance

A stimulating response to proposals, individuals, regulations, or norms that challenge or remove certain freedoms of behavior.