Which of the following statements is true of goals?
A) Top management's goals must be merged with those of employees, who bring their psychological, social, and economic needs with them to an organization.
B) Goal setting is a relatively easy process.
C) Goals identify the business an organization is involved in, the market niches it tries to serve, the types of customers it is likely to have, and the reasons for its existence.
D) In contrast to visions, goals are less descriptive and more future-oriented.

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This statement is true in terms of the importance of aligning the goals of top management with those of employees for successful goal attainment. The psychological, social, and economic needs of employees should be taken into consideration during goal setting.

B) This statement is false as goal setting can be a complex and challenging process. 
C) This statement is partially true as goals do identify the business and market niches, but not necessarily the reasons for the organization's existence. 
D) This statement is false as visions are typically more future-oriented, while goals are specific and measurable objectives to be reached in the future.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Goals