Which of the following examples highlight the contrast effect when a leader provides a performance evaluation for a subordinate?
A) Comparing the employee with other people recently encountered who rank higher or lower on similar characteristics.
B) Comparing the employee's most recent performance with overall expectations of performance.
C) Comparing the employee's performance with leader expectations for what the job role requires.
D) Comparing the employee's performance with his or her performance from the last evaluation period

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Option A highlights the contrast effect as the leader compares the employee's performance with others who may rank higher or lower, thereby creating a contrast between their performance and that of others. The other options do not necessarily involve comparisons that create a contrast effect.

Which of the Following Examples Highlight the Contrast Effect When