Which of the following statements about BARS (behaviorally anchored rating scale) systems is true?
A) There are often many factors that are critical to the success of a salesperson and these are identified in the procedure for developing a BARS system
B) A BARS system emphasizes behavior rather than performance and effectiveness
C) Unlike other performance appraisal systems, a BARS system requires appropriate personnel to consider in detail the components of a salesperson's performance
D) One advantage of a BARS system over other performance appraisal systems is the fact that it is an inexpensive system to implement
E) A BARS system is a sophisticated type of merit rating form

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BARS systems are designed to provide a more objective and detailed evaluation of an employee's performance by anchoring ratings to specific behaviors or examples of behavior. This allows for more specific feedback and provides a basis for identifying areas for improvement. In order to develop a BARS system, it is necessary to identify the critical factors that are relevant to the job being evaluated. Therefore, statement A is true. Statements B, C, D, and E are all false.

Which of the Following Statements About BARS (Behaviorally Anchored Rating