According to Locke and Latham's goal-setting theory, __________.
A) difficult goals lead to higher performance than "do your best" or easy goals
B) difficult goals frustrate workers
C) performance is higher with easy goals
D) specific goals lead to lower performance
E) subconscious goals and conscious goals are not linked

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According to Locke and Latham's goal-setting theory, setting specific and challenging goals leads to higher performance than setting easy goals or having a vague goal such as "do your best." This theory posits that clear, difficult goals prompt individuals to exert more effort and persist longer, thereby enhancing performance.

According to Locke and Latham's Goal-Setting Theory, __________