All of the following are potential problems with 360-degree feedback EXCEPT:
A) getting enough sources of feedback.
B) some systems can be abused or compromised if members make side-deals to rate one another favorably.
C) team members may be unpopular for reasons other than performance.
D) raters are guaranteed anonymity, and because they don't fear retaliation, they are overly critical in their evaluations.

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The statement "raters are guaranteed anonymity, and because they don't fear retaliation, they are overly critical in their evaluations" is not typically considered a potential problem with 360-degree feedback. In fact, many organizations use anonymity as a way to encourage honest and constructive feedback. Choices A, B, and C are all potential issues with 360-degree feedback, including difficulties in getting enough sources of feedback, the potential for abuse or compromise within the system, and the possibility that team members may be rated poorly for reasons unrelated to their performance.

All of the Following Are Potential Problems with 360-Degree Feedback