Research suggests that goals are MOST helpful in facilitating achievement when they are ____.
A)specific and somewhat difficult to achieve
B)specific and very easy to achieve
C)broad and somewhat difficult to achieve
D)broad and very easy to achieve

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Goals that are specific and somewhat difficult to achieve are most effective because they provide clear direction and an optimal level of challenge that motivates individuals to stretch their abilities, leading to higher performance.

Research Suggests That Goals Are MOST Helpful in Facilitating Achievement