The management-by-objectives performance evaluation approach is based upon the premise that
A)employees will achieve the objectives set for them by management
B)achieving objectives will produce satisfied employees
C)each employee and superior jointly establish goals for a future period
D)there is little connection between performance and objectives
E)employees will always manage to have difficulty with performance appraisals

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The management-by-objectives approach involves the joint establishment of goals for a future period by each employee and their superior. This approach assumes that employees will work towards achieving these objectives, and that success in achieving goals will lead to improved performance and job satisfaction. Therefore, the correct answer is C.

The Management-By-Objectives Performance Evaluation Approach Is Based Upon the Premise