Albert Bandura argued that people's beliefs about their ability to execute the behaviors necessary to control important events, which he called ________ beliefs, are crucial in determining people's well-being.
A)self-efficacy
B)self-regulation
C)self-esteem
D)self-motivation

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Albert Bandura's concept of self-efficacy refers to people's beliefs about their ability to execute behaviors necessary to control important events. It is important in determining one's well-being as it affects motivation, effort, persistence, and resilience in achieving a goal. Self-regulation, self-esteem, and self-motivation are related concepts but not specifically addressed by Bandura's theory of self-efficacy.

Albert Bandura Argued That People's Beliefs About Their Ability to Execute