Which SMART component requires evidence of progress toward the goal?

• A. Measurable
• B. Attainable
• C. Relevant
• D. Time-Bound

Answer: (A)

Measurable means you establish criteria to quantify progress toward the goal. By defining numbers, milestones, or specific indicators, you can see how far you’ve come and when you’ve reached targets. For example, aiming to increase a metric to a certain value or to complete a set number of tasks gives you concrete evidence through data. That requirement for evidence of progress—concrete metrics you can track—is why this component is the one that requires progress to be measurable. The other components serve different purposes: Attainable checks that the goal is realistic given resources, Relevant ensures the goal matters to broader objectives, and Time-Bound adds a deadline to create urgency.