A common source of criterion contamination is
A) the use of objective performance criteria.
B) the use of subjective performance criteria.
C) appraiser biases.
D) a lack of time to develop accurate performance criteria.

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Criterion contamination occurs when an appraiser's personal biases or outside factors influence the performance ratings given, leading to inaccurate evaluations. Therefore, appraiser biases are a common source of criterion contamination. Choices A, B, and D are not correct, as objective and accurate performance criteria, as well as adequate time to develop them, can help prevent criterion contamination.

A Common Source of Criterion Contamination Is