What is the process of evaluating an employee's performance called?

• A. Promotion
• B. Appraisal
• C. Recruitment
• D. Onboarding

Answer: (B)

Performance appraisal is the process of evaluating an employee's performance against set standards and objectives. It typically involves reviewing how well the work meets quality and quantity expectations, skills, behaviors, and results, often using ratings and feedback from supervisors or peers. This information helps identify development needs, set future goals, and inform decisions about rewards or training. Promotion is about moving someone to a higher role, recruitment is about attracting new candidates, and onboarding is about introducing a new employee to the organization—none of which focus on evaluating ongoing performance.