Question

Before the athletic race, John says to his coach "I know I can do well in this race" This is the example for John's"

• A. Self-efficacy
• B. Over confidence
• C. Self boasting
• D. Intrinsic Motivation

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Self-efficacy

• Self-efficacy is a psychological concept developed by Albert Bandura.

• It refers to an individual's belief in their own capacity to execute behaviors necessary to produce specific performance attainments.

• In John's case, his statement "I know I can do well" reflects his confidence in his ability to succeed in the specific task of the athletic race. It is a goal-oriented belief in his competence.