James and his manager actually sit down together and set objectives for the next six months.Which of the following performance appraisal methods is being used in this situation?
A) critical incidents file
B) MBO
C) BARS
D) ranking

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MBO (Management by Objectives) is a performance appraisal method in which the manager and employee sit down together and set objectives for the coming period. This method emphasizes setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals for the employee to work toward. The other options - critical incidents file, BARS, and ranking - do not involve the joint setting of objectives, and rely on other methods of evaluating performance.

James and His Manager Actually Sit Down Together and Set