What is used to determine the appropriate performance report form?

• A. Past performance awards
• B. Time in service
• C. Rater's personal preference
• D. The ratee's grade or projected grade on the static close-out date

Answer: (D)

The main idea is that the appropriate performance report form is chosen based on the ratee’s rank or projected rank at the end of the evaluation period, as reflected by the grade on the static close-out date. This date determines which form corresponds to the level of responsibility the ratee is expected to hold when the report closes. Using the ratee’s projected grade ensures the evaluation criteria and format match the duties of the rank they’re anticipated to hold, creating a fair and consistent standard across promotions and selections. Past awards, time in service, or the rater’s personal preference don’t decide the form. For example, if a ratee is expected to be at a higher grade by the close-out date, the form aligned with that higher grade is used.