Patrick, a marketing manager at Flares Inc., sets performance goals for his subordinates. He discusses the goals with one of his subordinates named Jim. Jim agrees to the specific goals and works toward achieving them. Which of the following components of goal-setting theory is illustrated in this scenario?
A) Goal divergence
B) Goal difficulty
C) Goal acceptance
D) Goal ambiguity

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This scenario illustrates goal acceptance, which is the degree to which subordinates accept the goals set for them by their manager. Jim agrees to the specific goals and works toward achieving them, indicating that he has accepted the goals set by Patrick. Goal divergence refers to differences in the goals of individuals or groups within an organization, goal difficulty refers to the level of challenge inherent in a goal, and goal ambiguity refers to the level of clarity or precision in a goal. None of these components are illustrated in this scenario.

Patrick, a Marketing Manager at Flares Inc