In which performance technique are managers given three performance rating scales per dimension and
asked to indicate whether the employee's performance is above (+), at (0), or below (-) the statements?
A. Behavioral-observation scale
B. Mixed-standard scale
C. Behaviorally anchored rating scale
D. Graphic-rating scale
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The correct answer is C. Behaviorally anchored rating scale.
To arrive at this answer, we can break down the options and analyze each one:
A. Behavioral-observation scale: This performance technique involves observing and documenting specific behaviors exhibited by an employee. It typically involves rating the frequency, intensity, or quality of these observed behaviors rather than using scales like (+), (0), or (-). Therefore, A is not the correct answer.
B. Mixed-standard scale: A mixed-standard scale involves using multiple response options (e.g., statements, descriptions) to rate an employee's performance. However, it does not specifically use the scales of (+), (0), or (-) to indicate whether the employee's performance is above, at, or below the statements. Hence, B is not the correct answer.
C. Behaviorally anchored rating scale: This performance technique aligns specific behavioral indicators with performance dimensions or criteria. It provides managers with three performance rating scales (+, 0, -) per dimension, allowing them to indicate whether the employee's performance is above (+), at (0), or below (-) the statements provided. Therefore, C is the correct answer.
D. Graphic-rating scale: A graphic-rating scale uses a numerical or descriptive scale to rate an employee's performance. It does not specifically use the scales of (+), (0), or (-) to indicate the employee's performance level. Thus, D is not the correct answer.
In summary, the correct performance technique that involves managers being given three performance rating scales per dimension and asked to indicate whether the employee's performance is above (+), at (0), or below (-) the statements is C. Behaviorally anchored rating scale.