The extent to which people believe that they can bring about an outcome is referred to as________.
Correct answer: C. Self-efficacy
- A. Extraversion
- B. Neuroticism
- C. Self-efficacy
- D. Self-regulation
Explanation
Self-efficacy is the belief that one can successfully perform actions and produce a desired outcome. Self-regulation concerns managing behaviour toward goals, not simply believing that the outcome is controllable.
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