Which step concludes the appraisal by presenting feedback to the employee?

• A. Identify Specific Performance Appraisal Goals
• B. Discuss Appraisal with Employee
• C. Appraise Performance
• D. Examine Work Performed

Answer: (B)

The step that closes the appraisal cycle is presenting the results to the employee through a discussion. This is where the supervisor communicates the appraisal outcomes, highlights strengths and development needs, and agrees on next steps or a development plan. It turns the evaluation into actionable feedback and ensures the employee understands what was assessed and what to work on next.

Other steps focus on preparation or the evaluation itself: identifying specific performance goals happens earlier in planning; appraising performance is the act of evaluating performance itself; examining work performed is the review of tasks and outcomes used to inform the appraisal. The final, conclusive action is the discussion with the employee to present feedback.