Which of the following would not be an example of a long-term goal? a. lose 30 pounds in eight months b. run a marathon in two years c. run a 5k in three weeks d. qualify for a triathlon in one year select the best answer from the choices provided. a b c d

The correct answer is ©run a 5k in three weeks.

Further explanation:

The long-term goal is a goal that requires planning and time. A long term is a goal which an individual or organization wants to accomplish or achieve in the future. Three weeks is a short period because an individual doesn’t have much time to achieve a goal, so it is a short-term goal.

LONG-TERM GOAL AND SHORT-TERM GOALS

Goals are divided into two categories: long-term goal and short-term goal. A long-term goal is a goal which an individual wants to do in the future while short-term goals are those goals which an individual wants to achieve in a week or in a month, that is in the near future. A short-term goal can be achieved within 12 months. There are some criteria which every goal must meet:

1. Have specific goal

2. Goal must be measurable

3. Don’t be negative

4. Be realistic

5. It should be reachable

6. Be flexible

Learn more:

1. How is the planning step done in the education process?

2. identify the developments and how they impact individuals or larger groups/cultures.

Answer details:

Grade: High School

Subject: Social Studies

Topic: Types of Goals

Keywords: goal, long-term, short-term, measurable, realistic, flexible, organization,