John, a new graduate, reviews the employee evaluation for his new position. The first section requires that he list his own specific objectives to be accomplished. This is an example of:
a. The traditional rating scale.
b. Learning goals, or management by objectives.
c. A forced distribution scale.
d. A behavior-anchored rating scale.
ANS: B
In management by objectives, the employer and the employee jointly establish clear and measurable objectives for the next performance period.
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