The goals of a performance appraisal should include (select all that apply):
a. improving performance.
b. improving communication.
c. punishing negative behavior.
d. providing a basis for termination if neces-sary.
e. providing a raise if earned through posi-tive behavior.
A, B, D
The goals of a performance appraisal are to improve performance; improve communication; reinforce positive behavior; communicate about and ultimately correct negative or less-than-optimal behaviors; provide a basis for rewards, which also is a basis for motivation; provide a basis for termination if necessary; identify learning needs; and develop personnel.
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A. Caring relationships. B. Caring factors. C. Concepts. D. Commonalities.