Of the following performance appraisal systems,the ones most likely to be the subject of a discrimination lawsuit is/are
A) the forced distribution system.
B) systems based on critical incidents.
C) systems using behaviorally-anchored rating scales.
D) systems using numerical measures of performance.

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The forced distribution system is most likely to be the subject of a discrimination lawsuit because it requires managers to rank employees along a predetermined distribution curve, which can result in biased ratings and discrimination against certain groups of employees.

Of the Following Performance Appraisal Systems,the Ones Most Likely to Be