A Couple Bought a House at a Good Price

A couple bought a house at a good price. After settlement, however, they realized the school district was not desirable, the resale value was lowest in the region, and the roofing and plumbing did not meet the county license standards. How could the couple have benefitted from setting effective goals?

A) Goals help to direct attention and action during communication because they provide a target to aim for.
B) Goals make you aware of the mental, emotional, and physical energy required to complete communication tasks.
C) Goals hold you to specific results within specific time periods.
D) Goals can help you persist in your efforts over time.