A Manager Is Considering Changing Her Current Performance Appraisal Method

question 57

Multiple Choice

A manager is considering changing her current performance appraisal method, the graphic rating scale, to the forced distribution method. What criticism of this new method would you advise her about?

• A) Traits being appraised are often incorrect.
• B) Employees are placed in categories unrelated to their real skills.
• C) Employees comparisons are often unfair as veterans may be compared with newcomers.
• D) Comparisons are very technical and removes the manager's personal judgement.
• E) A majority of the workforce is often classified as less than average.

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