Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a well-written objective?

• A. Specific
• B. Concise
• C. Measurable
• D. Systematic

Answer: (D)

Well-written objectives are precise about what will be achieved, how success will be judged, and kept short and clear. Being Specific means the outcome is clearly defined, with no ambiguity about what will happen. Measurable means there is a concrete criterion to determine when the goal is met. Concise means the statement sticks to the essential details without extra fluff. Systematic, however, describes an approach or method you use to accomplish things. It isn’t a property of the objective itself. You could pursue an objective in a systematic way, but that doesn’t make the objective any clearer or more evaluable. So the trait that isn’t a defining characteristic of a well-written objective is systematic.