The ________ Bias Can Explain Why Managers Doing Performance Appraisals

question 38

Multiple Choice

The ________ bias can explain why managers doing performance appraisals give more weight to recent employee behaviours than to behaviours of 6 or 9 months earlier.

• A) self-serving
• B) availability
• C) distinction
• D) confirmation
• E) hindsight

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Definitions:

Data Collection

The process of gathering and measuring information on targeted variables to answer relevant questions and evaluate outcomes.

Direct Observation

The method of collecting data by seeing and recording events as they occur naturally or in a controlled setting without manipulation.

Random Sample

A subset of a statistical population where each member has an equal chance of being chosen.

Beverage Preferences

The individual or demographic inclinations towards choosing certain drinks over others, influenced by taste, culture, health considerations, and availability.