Which of the following statements is true regarding goals?
A) Goal commitment is most likely to occur when the individual has an external locus of control.
B) Generalized goals produce a higher level of output as compared to specific goals.
C) People do better when they get feedback on how well they are progressing toward their goals.
D) If factors such as acceptance of the goals are held constant, the more simple the goal, the higher the level of performance.
E) Assigned goals appear to generate greater goal commitment in lower rather than higher power-distance cultures.

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Feedback is important for individuals to assess their progress and make adjustments if necessary, leading to better performance. The other options are not supported by research. A high internal locus of control is typically associated with higher goal commitment, specific goals typically result in higher levels of output compared to generalized goals, and in general, more challenging goals lead to higher levels of performance regardless of their simplicity. With regards to assigned goals, there is no clear evidence that they generate more commitment in low power-distance cultures.

Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding Goals