The most popular method for ranking employees is the ________ method.
A) graphic ranking scale
B) alternation ranking
C) paired comparison
D) forced distribution
Question 2Which performance appraisal tool is being used when a supervisor places predetermined percentages of appraisees into various performance categories?
A) behaviorally anchored rating scale
B) graphic ranking scale
C) alternation ranking
D) forced distribution
Question 3Supervisors at Sun Microsystems use the forced distribution method to evaluate performance, so they must ensure that the proportions in each category are symmetrical.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Question 4In the paired comparison method, the manager places predetermined percentages of ratees into performance categories.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Question 5Which performance appraisal tool requires supervisors to categorize employees from best to worst on various traits?
A) graphic rating scale
B) critical incident method
C) alternation ranking method
D) electronic performance monitoring
Question 6All of the following are usually measured by a graphic rating scale EXCEPT ________.
A) generic dimensions of performance
B) performance of co-workers
C) achievement of objectives
D) job-related competencies