When establishing group goals, it is generally most effective if the _______ are set first, and efforts are made to state them in operational and measurable terms.

A) short-term objectives
B) instrumental goals
C) personal goals
D) long-range goals

Instrumental Goals

Objectives aimed at acquiring the means or resources necessary to achieve more significant end goals.

Long-range Goals

Objectives or aims set to be achieved over an extended period, planning beyond the immediate future.

Short-term Objectives

Goals or targets that are intended to be achieved in the near future.