In goal-setting, which action is directly involved in determining resources needed?

• A. Monitoring productivity
• B. Tracking expenses
• C. Deciding resources
• D. All of the above

Answer: (C)

In goal-setting, the action that directly determines what is needed is deciding resources. This step involves identifying and committing to the specific inputs required to reach the goal—such as staff, equipment, space, materials, and budget. Monitoring productivity and tracking expenses provide important data that inform this decision, showing how efficiently resources are being used and what costs are involved, but they do not themselves specify the exact resources needed. Therefore, the direct act is deciding resources.