One method an administrator may use to correctly evaluate the ability of his workers is to:

• A. gauge their ability by the speed with which they work
• B. observe their work on varied types of assignments
• C. find out what the workers think of each other's ability
• D. allow them to use their own methods of doing the work

Answer: (B)

Evaluating an employee’s ability is best done by watching how they perform across a variety of assignments. This method shows how effectively they apply knowledge in different situations, adapt to new tasks, maintain quality, and follow established procedures in real work conditions. It provides a fuller picture than judging by speed alone, which can favor haste over correctness or safety. It also avoids relying on colleagues’ opinions, which can be biased, and it prevents workers from taking shortcuts by using their own methods. When you observe performance across varied tasks, you get a clearer, fair assessment of true capability and potential for growth.