Which criterion requires that progress can be tested or verified?

• A. Measurable
• B. Time Constrained
• C. Reliable
• D. Attainable

Answer: (A)

Progress must be observable and quantifiable so you can verify it. When a criterion is measurable, you can assign a numeric or clearly observable indicator to the goal, like counting repetitions, tracking time, or measuring distance. That allows you to test and confirm whether progress is happening and how much progress has been made.

Time constraints focus on deadlines rather than the ability to measure progress itself. Reliability is about the consistency of the measurement tool, which helps you trust the results but doesn’t by itself define that progress can be tested. Attainable relates to feasibility of the goal, not to whether there is a way to test or verify progress.