Which of the following is a true comparison between the rational perspective of appraisal and the political perspective of appraisal?
A) A rater's bias is less likely to be a deciding factor in the political perspective than in the rational perspective.
B) Supervisors' roles in the rational approach are much more active than supervisors' roles in the political approach.
C) The goal of appraisal from the political perspective is accuracy. The goal of appraisal from the rational perspective is utility.
D) The goal of appraisal from the political perspective is utility. The goal of appraisal from the rational perspective is accuracy.

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The political perspective of appraisal emphasizes the importance of utility or usefulness of the performance appraisal process in achieving organizational goals such as improving employee motivation and performance. In contrast, the rational perspective emphasizes the accuracy and objectivity of the appraisal process, with less emphasis on utility. Therefore, the goal of appraisal from the political perspective is utility, while the goal from the rational perspective is accuracy.

Which of the Following Is a True Comparison Between the Rational