Which of the following is true of goals according to Edwin Locke's goal-setting theory?
A) Goals are important only in the planning process, and have no effect on employee motivation.
B) Performance goals clarify the expectations between a supervisor and an employee and between co-workers and sub-units.
C) Goal setting is of primary importance in enhancing organizational motivation but has no effect on individual motivation and job performance.
D) Performance goals should not be used by supervisors as a frame of reference for task feedback.

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Performance goals serve as a clear indicator of what is expected from an employee, thereby clarifying the expectations between supervisors and employees as well as among co-workers and different sub-units within an organization. This clarity helps in aligning efforts and improving overall performance.

Which of the Following Is True of Goals According to Edwin