According to the theory of planned behaviour, what factors influence people's intentions to act in specific ways?
Correct answer: E. a,b and d
- A. Attitudes towards the behaviour
- B. Subjective norms regarding the behaviour
- C. Objective norms regarding the behaviour
- D. Perceived control over performance of the behaviour
- E. a,b and d
Explanation
The theory of planned behaviour explains intention through attitudes toward the behaviour, subjective norms, and perceived behavioural control. Objective norms are not one of its three principal predictors.
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