Performance review is defined as:

• A. A process for developing a new job description
• B. A financial audit of performance metrics
• C. An annual performance rating only
• D. A procedure that evaluates the work and accomplishment of an employee and provides feedback on performance

Answer: (D)

Performance reviews are a formal process where a supervisor evaluates an employee’s work and accomplishments, discusses performance, and provides feedback to guide future improvement. This option best captures what a performance review involves: assessing what was done, how well it met expectations, and offering guidance for development. It’s not about creating a new job description, nor is it a financial audit of metrics, nor is it limited to an annual rating alone. The defining element is the evaluation coupled with constructive feedback to support ongoing performance.