As Lindy's boss has observed that Lindy has exerted a great deal of effort and persistence in trying to achieve her goals. However, due to factors beyond Lindy's control, Lindy was unable to complete the majority of her work-related goals. Knowing this background information, her boss decides to give Lindy a higher performance appraisal rating than she technically deserves because Lindy is trying so hard. This scenario represents the _________ of performance appraisal.

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This scenario represents the social-relational process of performance appraisal, where the appraisal is influenced by social factors such as effort or persistence, rather than solely based on objective metrics or cognitive processes. Lindy's boss is considering her efforts and determination while evaluating her performance, which falls under the social-relational process.

As Lindy's Boss Has Observed That Lindy Has Exerted a Great