Human resources has methods of evaluation that may include ratings by supervisors, peers, or self-ratings. Some of these methods are comparative - employee performances are compared with each other - while some are absolute - employee performance ratings are considered individually, not in relation to other employee performance ratings. Which of the following individual/absolute methods requires the rater to choose between two seemingly equal desirable or undesirable choices to include in performance evaluation?
A)Forced choice
B)Behavioral checklist
C)Graphic rating scales
D)Straight rankings

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The forced choice technique requires the rater to choose between two equally desirable or undesirable choices, such as 'employee is reliable' or 'employee is agreeable.' This method controls for the halo effect and other biases.

Human Resources Has Methods of Evaluation That May Include Ratings