One concern of multisource rating is that those peers who rate poor-performing coworkers tend to inflate the ratings so that the peers themselves can get higher overall evaluation results in return.

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This is a common concern with multisource rating systems, and research has found evidence of peer inflation in some cases. Peers may feel pressure to rate coworkers positively to maintain positive relationships or to avoid conflict. However, it is important for the integrity of the evaluation process that ratings are honest and accurate, and steps can be taken to mitigate peer inflation such as using anonymous rating systems and training raters on how to provide honest feedback.

One Concern of Multisource Rating Is That Those Peers Who