The purpose of performance appraisals can be determined by using the SMART method of goal setting.The SMART method suggests that goals should be:
A) specific, motivational, assessable, relevant and time-bounded
B) statements, measurable, agreed, relevant and time-bounded
C) specific, measurable, agreed, realistic and time-bounded
D) statements, motivational, assessable, realistic and time-bounded

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The SMART method suggests that goals should be specific, measurable, agreed, realistic and time-bounded. This applies perfectly to the purpose of performance appraisals, as the goals and objectives for the appraisal should be specific and measurable, agreed upon by both the employee and the manager, realistic in terms of achievability and time-bound to allow for progress tracking and future planning. Option A is a close second but motivational is less important in the context of a performance appraisal. Option B and D are incorrect as they are incomplete or contain irrelevant elements.

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