Which attribute is part of the SMART criteria used in goal setting?

• A. Random
• B. Time-bound
• C. Ambiguous
• D. Uniform

Answer: (B)

Time-bound is part of SMART goal setting. It means giving the goal a specific deadline, creating a target date to work toward so progress can be tracked and accountability is present. A deadline helps motivate action and provides a clear way to evaluate whether the goal has been achieved.

The other attributes listed don’t fit SMART: Random implies no plan or purpose; Ambiguous means unclear or undefined, which defeats a precise goal; Uniform isn’t an element of SMART criteria.