Using the A,B,C,D model of writing an objective, what is missing from the objective: "The Basic EMT will identify the patient who presents with a general medical complaint, 9 out of 10 times"?

• A. Behavior
• B. Degree
• C. Condition
• D. Audience

Answer: (C)

In the context of the A, B, C, D model for writing effective learning objectives, the correct answer highlights the absence of the "Condition." This element is essential as it specifies the circumstances under which the behavior is to be performed. In the provided objective, "The Basic EMT will identify the patient who presents with a general medical complaint, 9 out of 10 times," while it clearly states the behavior (identifying a patient) and includes a degree of accuracy (9 out of 10 times), it does not specify the condition under which the EMT must perform this identification. Conditions typically include factors such as the environment, available tools, or specific situations that apply during the learning activity. By including a condition, the objective would provide clearer guidance on the context for the expected performance, making the learning goal more actionable and measurable.