Ted and Tom have equivalent grades in school and are both applying to medical schools in order to become doctors. Ted believes he has the ability to achieve this goal but Tom is skeptical about his ability to be accepted to medical school. If self-efficacy alone were to determine the outcome:

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Self-efficacy refers to an individual's belief in their ability to succeed in specific situations. Ted's belief in his ability to achieve his goal would likely lead to greater motivation and persistence, increasing his chances of being accepted into medical school compared to Tom, who is skeptical about his abilities.

Ted and Tom Have Equivalent Grades in School and Are