Which performance appraisal method is congruent with a management approach that dictates that no more than 15 percent of employees are to be rated as excellent,commanding a top percentage increase in merit pay?
A) forced distribution
B) paired comparison
C) behaviourally anchored rating scales
D) field review

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The forced distribution method involves rating employees on a pre-determined distribution curve, with a set percentage of employees designated as high performers, average performers, and low performers. This method is commonly used in organizations that aim to limit the number of employees who receive the highest rating and associated pay increases. Therefore, option A is the best choice for this scenario.

Which Performance Appraisal Method Is Congruent with a Management Approach