A help-desk operator's performance at Chips and Bytes Computer Company is evaluated by assessing the number of calls he takes on any given day. The other aspects of his job (e.g., customer satisfaction) are not included. The resulting performance measure would be considered a(n)

a. Actual criterion
b. Ultimate criterion
c. Contaminated criterion
d. Deficient criterion


Answer: d. Deficient criterion

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