Question:Which of the following is an advantage to all employees of having a formal appraisal system?
A. It provides a basis for reviewing recruitment and selection decisions
B. Individual objectives are related to the objectives of the whole organisation
C. It provides a basis for medium-to-long term HR planning
D. Suitable promotion candidates are identified
The correct answer is:Individual objectives are related to the objectives of the whole organisation
Rationale: This is an advantage because it gives the individual a greater sense of meaning and contribution to the organisation. It is also an advantage to the organisation - as are all the other options. You may have hesitated over 'suitable promotion candidates are identified': this would certainly be an advantage to appraisees identified for promotion - but not everyone.