aPHR Performance Management 4

Question 1

Which of the following BEST describes the 'paired comparison' method of performance appraisal?

Accepted Answer

Each employee is compared against every other employee on overall performance

Answer

Paired comparison involves systematically comparing each employee with every other employee, then ranking them based on the results of those comparisons.

Question 2

What is the 'similar-to-me' error in performance appraisal?

Accepted Answer

Rating someone higher because they resemble the rater in background or personality

Answer

The similar-to-me error occurs when raters give higher ratings to employees who share their own characteristics, such as background, interests, or personality.

Question 3

Which component of a performance management system translates organizational goals into individual employee objectives?

Accepted Answer

Goal cascading

Answer

Goal cascading breaks down organizational strategic goals into department and individual-level objectives, aligning employee work with business priorities.

Question 4

An employee receives a performance rating for the first time that is significantly lower than expected. According to best practices, the manager should:

Accepted Answer

Deliver the feedback in a private, face-to-face meeting with supporting examples

Answer

Best practice requires delivering performance feedback privately and in person, with specific examples, to allow for two-way communication.

Question 5

What is the primary benefit of self-appraisals as part of the performance review process?

Accepted Answer

They encourage employee reflection and increase engagement in the appraisal process

Answer

Self-appraisals promote employee self-reflection and ownership of development, and increase engagement by including the employee's perspective in the process.

aPHR - Associate Professional in Human Resources Practice Test

aPHR - Associate Professional in Human Resources Practice Test

aPHR Performance Management 4