SMART Targets Quiz

What does the "S" in SMART targets stand for?

• Simple

• Specific

• Strategic

• Standard

Which of the following is an example of a SMART target?

• I want to be healthier.

• I will exercise more.

• I will run 3 times a week for 30 minutes each session for the next 3 months.

• I hope to improve my fitness.

Why is it important for a goal to be measurable?

• To ensure it is easy to achieve.

• To track progress and know when the goal is achieved.

• To make it sound more impressive.

• To make it more challenging.

Which component of SMART targets ensures that the goal is realistic and attainable?

• Specific

• Measurable

• Achievable

• Relevant

How does setting a time-bound target benefit goal achievement?

• It makes the goal more flexible.

• It provides a deadline to work towards, creating a sense of urgency.

• It allows you to change the goal whenever you want.

• It makes the goal less stressful.

What is the main difference between a personal goal and an aspiration?

• Personal goals are always long-term, while aspirations are short-term.

• Personal goals are specific and actionable, while aspirations are broader and more general.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of setting SMART targets?

• They help you stay focused.

• They make goals more ambiguous.

• They provide clear criteria for success.

• They increase motivation.

What does the "R" in SMART targets stand for?

• Realistic

• Relevant

• Reliable

• Reachable

How can you make an aspiration into a SMART target?

• By making it more general and open-ended.

• By ensuring it is specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound.

• By setting it without a deadline.

• By making it as challenging as possible.

Which of the following is a key characteristic of a target?

• It is always long-term.

• It is a broad ambition.

• It is a specific point or level to reach.

• It is not measurable.