Why do performance appraisal programs fail?
A)because managers do not take appraisals seriously enough
B)because performance standards are inconsistent between different job types
C)because employees fail to inform managers of their accomplishments
D)because there is too much employee input into the development of the appraisal program

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If managers do not take appraisals seriously enough, they may not provide accurate assessments of employee performance, which can lead to ineffective performance appraisal programs.

Answer: B 
 If performance standards are inconsistent between different job types, employees may feel that their appraisals are unfair or not relevant to their actual job responsibilities, leading to a lack of trust in the performance appraisal program.

Answer: C 
 If employees fail to inform managers of their accomplishments, managers may not have a complete understanding of the employee's performance, leading to inaccurate appraisals.

Answer: D 
 If there is too much employee input into the development of the appraisal program, the program may not accurately reflect the organization's goals and values, leading to ineffective performance appraisal programs.

Why Do Performance Appraisal Programs Fail