After leaving the doctor's office, Jerry has decided to join the gym. His doctor explained that his blood sugars are high and that he needs to lose weight in order to avoid acquiring diabetes. His doctor suggested that he take a year to lose the weight because it is dangerous to lose weight quickly. Jerry's goal of lowering his blood sugar is an example of what element of goal-setting theory?
A) behavioral goals
B) immediate goals
C) performance goals
D) operational goals

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Jerry's goal of lowering his blood sugar is an example of a performance goal, as it focuses on achieving a specific outcome or standard of performance.

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