Question

question 2 (multiple choice worth 5 points) (01.03 lc)
smart goals should be ________, which means that they should have a reasonable deadline to help you stay on track.

• measurable
• realistic
• specific
• timely

Explanation:

SMART goals have five components: Specific, Measurable, Achievable (or Attainable), Relevant, and Time - bound (or Timely). The description in the question mentions having a reasonable deadline, which corresponds to the "Timely" (or "Time - bound") aspect of SMART goals. "Measurable" is about being able to track progress, "Realistic" (a part of "Achievable") is about being feasible, and "Specific" is about being clear and well - defined. None of these match the idea of having a deadline as well as "Timely" does.

Answer:

timely