Karen is determined to do really well in her exams. So, to be 'sensible' she gets on a program to moderate her social life. However, cutting down on attending parties is easier to do than minimising visits by friends who 'just drop in'. Knowing that she can at least control one aspect of her program is a feature of the theory of:

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Karen's actions align with the theory of planned behavior, which suggests that individuals can control their behavior through planning, even if not all aspects of their situation are controllable. This theory emphasizes the role of intention in guiding behavior, which is influenced by attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control—Karen's decision to moderate her social life and her efforts to control what she can (attending parties) exemplify this.

Karen Is Determined to Do Really Well in Her Exams