Identify an accurate statement about the forced-choice approach of performance appraisal.
A) It prevents a supervisor from saying only positive things about employees.
B) It requires supervisors to write detailed descriptions about every aspect and behavior of their employees.
C) It is the most used type of performance appraisal.
D) It is ineffective because it relies on the quality of the writing skills of a supervisor.

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The forced-choice approach requires supervisors to choose which statement best represents an employee's behavior, performance or traits. It presents a balanced view of an employee's strengths and weaknesses and prevents supervisors from only saying positive things about employees. Option B is incorrect because the forced-choice approach does not require supervisors to write detailed descriptions about every aspect of their employees. Option C is incorrect because the forced-choice approach is not the most-used type of performance appraisal. Option D is incorrect because the forced-choice approach is not ineffective because it relies on the quality of the writing skills of a supervisor.

Identify an Accurate Statement About the Forced-Choice Approach of Performance