If a Manager Uses Critical Incidents as a Method of Performance

question 3

Multiple Choice

If a manager uses critical incidents as a method of performance evaluation, then ________.

• A)the employees generally receive poor ratings
• B)the evaluator's writing skills become the determining factor of the evaluation
• C)the employees are more likely to become motivated to achieve their goals
• D)the focus of the evaluation will center on key behaviors
• E)the cost of the evaluation is likely to be incredibly high for the organization

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Definitions:

Self-fulfilling Prophecy

A belief or expectation that indirectly or directly causes itself to become true, through the behavior it inspires.

Initiating Structure

Leadership behavior that defines and organizes work roles and activities, and sets clear objectives.

Autocratic Leadership

A leadership style where decisions are made unilaterally by the leader without input from group members, emphasizing control and command.

Buffer Criticism

The practice of softening or reducing the impact of critique, often by providing supportive feedback along with it.