A specific achievement that will take the completion of certain steps to obtain is a

• A. Short-term goal
• B. Long-term goal
• C. Milestone
• D. Objective

Answer: (B)

A long-term goal is a target you work toward over an extended period, achieved by following a plan and completing a sequence of steps. The description fits this idea because it points to a specific achievement that doesn’t come from a single quick action but from finishing multiple steps over time. In cabinet making, examples might include building a complete portfolio or earning a professional credential, which require practicing techniques, completing several projects, and documenting progress. Short-term goals are quicker, near-term targets; milestones are key checkpoints along the way to a larger objective; and an objective is a general desired outcome that doesn’t by itself specify the extended effort or timeframe.